Drive Belt: Testing and Inspection

2GR-FE ENGINE MECHANICAL: DRIVE BELT: INSPECTION

INSPECTION

1. INSPECT V-RIBBED BELT






(a) Visually check the V-ribbed belt for excessive wear, frayed cords, etc.
If any defect has been found, replace the V-ribbed belt.
HINT: Cracks on the rib side of a V-ribbed belt are considered acceptable.
If the drive belt has chunks missing from its ribs, it should be replaced.
- A "new belt" is a belt which has been used for less than 5 minutes with the engine running.
- A "used belt" is a belt which has been used for 5 minutes or more with the engine running.

2. INSPECT V-RIBBED BELT TENSIONER ASSEMBLY
(a) Check that nothing gets caught in the tensioner by turning it clockwise and counterclockwise.
If a malfunction exists, replace the tensioner.