Drive Belt: Testing and Inspection

INSPECT V-RIBBED BELT
a. Belt deflection





Pressing force: 98 N (10 kgf, 22 lbs.)





b. Belt tension

NOTICE:
^ Check the drive belt deflection at the specified point.
^ When installing a new belt, set its tension value as specified. When inspecting a belt which is used for over 5 minutes, apply the specification of "Used belt".
^ When reinstalling a belt which is used for over 5 minutes, adjust its belt deflection and tension to the inter mediate value of each specification in "Used belt".
^ The V-ribbed belt tension and deflection value should be checked after 2 revolutions of engine cranking.
^ When using a belt tension gauge, confirm the accuracy first by using a master gauge.