Accessory Drive Belt
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2017 Jaguar XJ, 2016 Jaguar XJ, 2015 Jaguar XJ, 2014 Jaguar XJ, and 2013 Jaguar XJ. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
| SYMPTOM |
POSSIBLE CAUSES |
ACTION |
| Accessory drive belt noise |
- Accessory drive belt damaged/contaminated
- Accessory drive belt pulley(s) misaligned/damaged/seized
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- Check the accessory drive belt for damage and contamination. Rectify as necessary
- Check the accessory drive belt pulleys for correct alignment, damage and freedom of rotation. Rectify as necessary
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| Accessory drive belt does not hold tension |
- Accessory drive belt stretched
- Accessory drive belt tensioner worn/damaged
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- Check the condition of the accessory drive belt. Rectify as necessary
- Check the operation of the accessory drive belt tensioner. Rectify as necessary
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