Drive Belt: Testing and Inspection

INSPECT V-RIBBED BELT





a. Check the V-ribbed belt deflection.
1. Measure the belt deflection.
Pressing force: 98 N (10 kgf, 22 lbs.)





2. Tension

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