Check the V-ribbed belt for wear, cracks or other signs of damage.

If any of the following defects is found, replace the V-ribbed belt:

0.573,1.354 0.885,1.51 0.313,0.156 10 *a 2.271,1.375 2.583,1.531 0.313,0.156 10 *b

*a	Correct
*b	Incorrect

Check that the V-ribbed belt fits properly in the ribbed grooves.

HINT:

Check with your hand to confirm that the V-ribbed belt has not slipped out of the groove on the bottom of the pulley. If it has slipped out, replace the V-ribbed belt. Install a new V-ribbed belt correctly.

0.987,0.351 1.16,0.503 0.174,0.153 10 *a 1.228,1.986 1.402,2.139 0.174,0.153 10 *b

*a	Deflection
*b	Tension

Inspect the V-ribbed belt deflection and tension.

Deflection:

Item	Specified Condition
New belt	7.0 to 8.2 mm (0.276 to 0.323 in.)
Used belt	7.6 to 10.0 mm (0.299 to 0.394 in.)

Tension:

Item	Specified Condition
New belt	700 to 800 N (71 to 82 kgf, 157.4 to 179.8 lbf)
Used belt	550 to 750 N (56 to 76 kgf, 123.6 to 168.6 lbf)

HINT:

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When inspecting the V-ribbed belt deflection, apply 98 N (10 kgf, 22 lbf) tensile force to it.

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Check the V-ribbed belt deflection at the specified point.

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When installing a new V-ribbed belt, adjust its tension to the specified value.

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When inspecting a V-ribbed belt which has been used for over 5 minutes, apply the used V-ribbed belt specifications.

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When reinstalling a V-ribbed belt which has been used for over 5 minutes, adjust its deflection and tension to the intermediate values of each used V-ribbed belt specification.

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V-ribbed belt tension and deflection should be checked after 2 revolutions of engine cranking.

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When using a V-ribbed belt tension gauge, confirm its accuracy by using a master gauge first.