Operation CHARM: Car repair manuals for everyone.

Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview


1. Verify.the concern by running the engine.
2. Inspect the drive belt for chunking, fraying and wear. Refer to the illustrations.
3. Check the drive belt for correct routing.

V-Ribbed Belt With Cracks (Acceptable):






V-Ribbed Serpentine Drive Belt with Cracks Across Ribs

V-Ribbed Belt With Chunks Of Rib Missing (Not Acceptable):






V-Ribbed Serpentine Drive Belt with Chunks of Rib Missing