Inspection and Verification

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1.

Verify the customer concern.

2.

Visually inspect for obvious signs of mechanical damage.

Visual Inspection Chart

Mechanical
Damaged or contaminated accessory drive belt Damaged or contaminated pulley(s) Incorrect accessory drive belt Incorrect fitment of the accessory drive belt Accessory drive belt tensioner Accessory drive belt idler pulley Generator Power steering pump (if equipped) Power steering pump leakage (if equipped) Air conditioning (A/C) compressor Pulley(s) Loose hardware

3.

If an obvious cause for an observed or reported concern is found, correct the cause (if possible) before proceeding to the next step.