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Drive Belt: Testing and Inspection




DRIVE BELT INSPECTION [LF, L5]

LF

A/C drive belt

NOTE:
- Drive belt deflection/tension inspection is not necessary because of the use of the maintenance-free type A/C drive belt.

- Replace the drive belt if it is found to be damaged during visual inspection, or if there is a malfunction or noise in the A/C compressor. Service and Repair

Generator drive belt

NOTE:
- Drive belt deflection/tension inspection is not necessary because of the use of the drive belt auto tensioner.

1. Verify that the drive belt auto tensioner indicator mark does not exceed the limit.






- If it exceeds the limit, replace the drive belt. Service and Repair

L5

NOTE:
- Drive belt deflection/tension inspection is not necessary because of the use of the drive belt auto tensioner.

1. Verify that the drive belt auto tensioner indicator mark does not exceed the limit.






- If it exceeds the limit, replace the drive belt. Service and Repair