Noise Occurs from Generator while Engine is Running [12/2015 - 08/2016]: Procedure
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- CHECK LOOSENESS OF V-RIBBED BELT
- Check the tension of the belt by pushing it down with a finger.
OK
The tension of the belt is enough.
Result:
NG
REPLACE V-RIBBED BELT TENSIONER ASSEMBLY
(Refer to COMPONENTS [12/2015 - 08/2016] )
Result:
OK
See step 2
- Check the tension of the belt by pushing it down with a finger.
- CHECK V-RIBBED BELT FOR WEAR
- Check the V-ribbed belt for wear.
OK
The V-ribbed belt is not worn.
Result:
NG
REPLACE V-RIBBED BELT
(Refer to COMPONENTS [12/2015 - 08/2016] )
Result:
OK
See step 3
- Check the V-ribbed belt for wear.
- CHECK GENERATOR CLUTCH PULLEY FOR WEAR
- Check the generator clutch pulley grooves for wear or other defects.
OK
The generator clutch pulley grooves are not damaged.
Result:
NG
REPLACE GENERATOR CLUTCH PULLEY
(Refer to COMPONENTS [12/2015 - 08/2016] )
Result:
OK
See step 4
- Check the generator clutch pulley grooves for wear or other defects.
- CHECK FOR NOISE WHILE GENERATOR CLUTCH PULLEY IS OPERATING
- Perform a driving test and check if noise occurs when decelerating.
OK
Noise does not occur.
Result:
OK
REPLACE GENERATOR ASSEMBLY
(Refer to COMPONENTS [12/2015 - 08/2016] )
Result:
NG
REPLACE GENERATOR CLUTCH PULLEY
(Refer to COMPONENTS [12/2015 - 08/2016] )
- Perform a driving test and check if noise occurs when decelerating.