Inspection After Removal

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Inspect the cooling fan drive belt for reuse. Refer to Inspection .

Measure the clearance between the tensioner spring case (3) and the tensioner arm (2) to verify tensioner wear-out and uneven bearing wear. If the clearance at the measurement point 5 exceeds 3 mm (0.12 in) at any point, the tensioner is damaged and must be replaced as a complete assembly.

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NOTE: Tensioners generally show a larger clearance gap (5) near the lower portion of the spring case, resulting in the upper portion rubbing against the tensioner arm.

(1)	Tensioner cap
(4)	tensioner pulley

NOTE: Always replace the belt when a tensioner is replaced. However, it is not always necessary to replace a tensioner when a belt is replaced.

Inspect the tensioner for evidence of the tensioner arm contacting the tensioner cap. If there is evidence of the two areas making contact (A), the pivot tube bushing has malfunctioned and the tensioner must be replaced.

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