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Drive Belt: Testing and Inspection




Drive Belt Inspection

1. Inspect the belt for cracks or damage. If the belt is cracked or damaged, replace it.

2. Remove the power steering (P/S) fluid reservoir.

3. Check that the position of the auto-tensioner indicator pointer (A) on the A/C compressor bracket is not beyond the edge of the indicator (B) on the auto-tensioner. If the pointer is beyond the indicator, replace the drive belt Service and Repair.