DRIVE BELT AUTO TENSIONER INSPECTION [MZI-3.7]


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1.  Remove the engine cover. (See ENGINE COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZI-3.7].)

2.  Remove the front wheel and tire (RH). (See GENERAL PROCEDURES (SUSPENSION).)

3.  Remove the splash shield (RH).

4.  Remove the generator and A/C drive belt. (See DRIVE BELT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZI-3.7].)

5.  Verify that the drive belt auto tensioner moves smoothly in the operational direction.

•  Replace the drive belt auto tensioner if necessary.
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Tightening torque
8.9—12.1 N·m {91—123 kgf·cm, 79—107 in·lbf}

6.  Turn the drive belt auto tensioner pulley by hand and verify that it rotates smoothly.

•  Replace the drive belt auto tensioner if necessary.
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Tightening torque
8.9—12.1 N·m {91—123 kgf·cm, 79—107 in·lbf}

7.  Install in the reverse order of removal.