Inspection Procedure
Notice: Allowing the drive belt tensioner to snap into the free position may
result in damage to the tensioner.
Important: When the engine is operating the drive belt
tensioner arm will move. Do not replace the drive belt tensioner because of movement
in the drive belt tensioner arm.
- Remove the drive belt.
- Move the drive belt tensioner through its full travel.
• | The movement should feel smooth. |
• | There should be no binding. |
• | The tensioner should return freely. |
- If any binding is observed, replace the drive belt tensioner.
- Install the drive belt.