1. Depending on the type of engine and vehicle equipment, one, two or three accessory drive belts can be installed. The main belt drives the alternator, fan drive viscous coupling and power steering pump. If air conditioning is installed, the second belt from the crankshaft pulley drives the air conditioning compressor. On all engines except AHL, the third belt from the auxiliary pulley on the power steering pump drives the cooling system pump.
2. To gain access to the belts, raise the front of the car with a jack, then you need to remove the protective pan of the power unit (if installed) and, if equipped, the engine top cover.
3. Check that there are no delaminations or cracks on the belt along its entire length. This will require cranking the engine, which is carried out using a head with a knob, grabbing the crankshaft pulley by the bolt. Unroll the belt between the pulleys so you can check the back side as well. Make sure there are no chafing on the back surface. Check pulleys for cracks, burrs, distortion and corrosion. Use a small mirror if necessary.
4. If the belt needs to be replaced, contact chapter 2A.
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