Drive Belt: Testing and Inspection

DRIVE BELT

Inspection
1) Check belt for wear and crack,and replace it as required.
2) Check belt tension by measuring how much it deflects when pushed at intermediate point between Power Steering (P/S) pump pulley and crank pulley with about 10 kg (22 lb) force.

Deflection of A/C belt
"a": 8-10mm (0.30-0.40 in.)