Checking Drive Belts
NOTE:
On vehicles not equipped with A/C, there is an idler pulley in the position for the drive belt routing.
WARNING:
Inspect the drive belt only when the engine is stopped.
- Make sure that the stamp mark of drive belt auto-tensioner is within the usable range.NOTE:
- Check the drive belt auto-tensioner indication when the engine is cold.
- When the new drive belt is installed, the range should be A.
- Visually check entire belt for wear, damage or cracks.
- If the indicator is out of allowable use range or belt is damaged, replace the belt.