Drive Belt: Testing and Inspection

1. Inspect belts for cracks, fraying, wear and oil. If necessary, replace.

2. Inspect drive belt deflection or tension at a point on the belt midway between pulleys.

- Check belt tension using belt tension gauge (BT 3373-F or equivalent).

- Inspect drive belt deflection or tension when engine is cold.

3. Adjust if belt deflection exceeds the limit or if belt tension is not within specifications.

- Drive belt tension can also be checked at other points on the belts.