Drive Belt: Adjustments

Compressor Drive Belt Inspection and Adjustment

^ Inspect belt for cracks, cuts, deformation, wear and cleanliness. If any of these conditions are found, replace belt, referring to Water Pump and Generator Drive Belt Removal and Installation.
^ Check to make sure that tension indicators are as follows in the figure by using mirror.
a. If the tension indicator "B" is found to the left of the indicator "A", replace the generator belt.




b. If new generator belt has been installed, indicator "A" should be within a of the figure. If it isn't, it means that belt is not installed properly.

Reinstall it properly.