Drive Belt: Testing and Inspection
On-vehicle inspection1. Fan & generator V-belt check
NOTE:
Check the belt when reusing it.
(1) Check the fan & generator V-belt for wear or cracks.
NOTE:
^ Replace the belt if it is cracked.
^ Replace the belt if it is worn until its core is exposed.
^ Replace the belt if its rib rubber is chipped.
(2) Check that the fan & generator V-belt fits securely in the rib grooves.
NOTE:
^ Visually and manually check that the fan & generator V-belt is properly located on the rib grooves at the lower side of the pulleys.
^ If the fan & generator V-belt is not located properly, replace with a new part.
2. V-ribbed belt tensioner ASSY check
(1) Stop the engine from idling speed and check that the V-belt does not protrude from the width of belt tensioner pulley.
(2) Move the belt tensioner in the both rotational directions to check whether it is caught.
NOTE:
Replace the V-ribbed belt tensioner ASSY if faulty.