DRIVE BELT INSPECTION [SKYACTIV-G (WITHOUT CYLINDER DEACTIVATION (E))]

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Generator Drive Belt

Note

•  The generator drive belt deflection/tension inspection is not necessary with the adoption of the drive belt auto tensioner.

•  The generator drive belt does not have to be replaced because fraying of the generator drive belt does not affect the performance.

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1.  Visually inspect or feel that there is no wear, damage, or cracking on the inside and sides of the entire belt.

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•  Even if there is a little wear, damage, or cracking, replace the generator drive belt. (See DRIVE BELT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [SKYACTIV-G (WITHOUT CYLINDER DEACTIVATION (E))].)

2.  Verify that the indicator part of the cast hexagon on the drive belt auto tensioner is within the normal range.

Without Mazda M Hybrid

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With Mazda M Hybrid

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•  If it exceeds the limit, replace the generator drive belt. (See DRIVE BELT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [SKYACTIV-G (WITHOUT CYLINDER DEACTIVATION (E))].)

Water Pump Drive Belt

Note

•  The water pump drive belt deflection/tension inspection is not necessary with the adoption of the stretch-type water pump drive belt.

1.  Visually inspect or feel that there is no wear, damage, or cracking on the inside and sides of the entire belt.

•  Even if there is a little wear, damage, or cracking, replace the water pump drive belt. (See DRIVE BELT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [SKYACTIV-G (WITHOUT CYLINDER DEACTIVATION (E))].)

2.  Start the engine to verify that abnormal noise does not occur.

•  If abnormal noise occurs, replace the water pump drive belt. (See DRIVE BELT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [SKYACTIV-G (WITHOUT CYLINDER DEACTIVATION (E))].)