Ribbed Belt, Checking
Perform the following:
-- Turn engine at vibration damper/ belt pulley with socket wrench.
Check ribbed belt -1- for:
- Sub-surface cracks (cracks, core ruptures, cross sectional breaks)
- Separation (cover layer, belt cords)
- Breaks at lower layer
- Fraying of cords
- Wear at flanks (material wear, frayed flanks, hardening or glazing of flanks, surface cracks)
- Oil or grease contamination
CAUTION:
- Replace the belt if any damage is found.
- This will prevent any belt malfunctions.
- Replacing the belt is a repair procedure.