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Drive Belt: Testing and Inspection




DRIVE BELT TENSION CHECK

1. Remove the radiator condenser tank. Service and Repair).





2.
CAUTION:
Check the drive belt tension after turning the crankshaft clockwise one turn or more.

Make sure that the indicator mark on the auto-tensioner is within the area marked with A in the illustration.
3. If the mark is out of the area A, replace the drive belt (Refer to Service and Repair).
NOTE:
The drive belt tension check is not necessary as the auto-tensioner is adopted.

4. Install the radiator condenser tank. Service and Repair).