On-Vehicle Inspection [09/2014 - 11/2017]: Procedure
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- INSPECT V-RIBBED BELT
- Check the V-ribbed belt for wear, cracks or other signs of damage.
HINT:
If any of the following defects is found, replace the V-ribbed belt.
- The V-ribbed belt is cracked.
- The V-ribbed belt is worn to the extent that the cords are exposed.
- The V-ribbed belt has chunks missing from the ribs.
- Check that the V-ribbed belt fits properly in the ribbed grooves.
*a Correct *b Incorrect HINT:
Check by hand to confirm that the V-ribbed belt has not slipped out of the grooves on the bottom of the pulley. If it has slipped out, replace the V-ribbed belt. Install a new V-ribbed belt correctly.
- Check the V-ribbed belt for wear, cracks or other signs of damage.