Inspection and Verification
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NOTE:
Check and rectify basic faults before beginning diagnostic routines involving pinpoint tests.
- Verify the customer concern.
- Visually inspect for obvious signs of mechanical damage.
Visual Inspection Chart
Mechanical Drive belt condition (cracking/damage/contamination)
Damaged or contaminated pulley(s)
Incorrect accessory drive belt
Incorrect fitment of the accessory drive belt
Generator
Air conditioning (A/C) compressor
Pulley(s)
Engine cooling fan
Tensioner assembly
Engine coolant pump
Accessory drive belt
Security/Correct installation of the fuel injection pump cover
Fuel injection pump belt condition (cracking/damage/contamination)
Fuel injection pump belt
Fuel injection pump - If an obvious cause for an observed or reported concern is found, correct the cause (if possible) before proceeding to the next step.