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Pinpoint Test C: Accessory Drive Bearing Hoot

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  1. C1 CHECK THE ACCESSORY DRIVE IDLER AND TENSIONER PULLEY BEARINGS 
    • Carry out the VEHICLE COLD SOAK PROCEDURE .
    • Key in START position.
    • Place an EngineEAR probe directly on the pulley center post or bolt to verify which bearing is making the noise.
    • Key in OFF position.
    • Is either bearing making the noise? 
    • Yes  : INSTALL a new pulley/idler. CARRY OUT the VEHICLE COLD SOAK PROCEDURE  and TEST the system for normal operation.
    • No  : CONDUCT a diagnosis on other suspect accessory drive components.
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