A/C Compressor, Alternator & Power Steering Belt
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Suzuki Vitara. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Disconnect negative cable at battery.
- Inspect belt for cracks, cuts, deformation, wear and cleanliness. If any of the conditions are found, replace.
- Check belt tension. See Figure . For Type A, make sure that tension indicator "A" is within the range "a". If indicator "A" comes into the NG range "c" passing "b", replace belt with a new one. For Type B, check that tension indicator "B" is at the right of indicator "A". If indicator "B" is found to the left of indicator "A", replace belt.
NOTE:
Use mirror when checking belt tension.