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Checking/Adjusting/Replace

Checking
- Before removing drive belt, mark running direction for installation reference. Reversing belt running direction can lead to belt damage
- Inspect drive belt for any damage. Always replace a damaged drive belt to avoid breakage or malfunction

Adjusting
Periodic adjustment of the ribbed drive belt is not required. Proper tension is maintained by a spring-loaded tensioner.

Ribbed Drive Belt and Pulley Arrangement, Generator and Power Steering Pump Only:

Generator and Power Steering Pump Only:





1- Generator pulley
2- Ribbed drive belt
3- Power steering pump pulley
4- Crankshaft pulley
5- Idler pulley
6- Belt tensioner

Ribbed Drive Belt and Pulley Arrangement, Generator, Power Steering Pump and A/C Compressor:

Generator, Power Steering Pump and A/C Compressor:





1- Generator pulley
2- Idler pulley
3- A/C compressor pulley
4- Power steering pump pulley
5- Crankshaft pulley
6- Idler pulley
7- Belt tensioner
8- Ribbed drive belt

Ribbed/V Drive Belts and Pulley Arrangement, Generator and Power Steering Pump (Diesel Engine):

Generator and Power Steering Pump (Diesel Engine):





1- Generator pulley
2- Ribbed drive belt
3- Coolant pump pulley
4- V-belt
5- Power steering pump pulley
6- Crankshaft pulley