Drive Belt Inspection

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Inspect the belt for cracks or damage. If the belt is cracked or damaged, replace it (see DRIVE BELT INSPECTION ).
Check that the position of the auto-tensioner indicator's pointer (A) is within the standard range (B) as shown below. If it is out of the standard range, replace the drive belt (see DRIVE BELT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).

Fig 1: Identifying Auto-Tensioner Indicator's Pointer
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