On-Vehicle Inspection

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Toyota Sequoia. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

INSPECT DRIVE BELT'S INSTALLATION CONDITION

Fig 1: Identifying Correct Drive Belt Installation
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Check that the drive belt fits properly in the ribbed grooves.
INSPECT DRIVE BELT TENSION

Fig 2: Inspecting Drive Belt Tension
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Check that the tension is within A range on the auto tensioner scale.

If the tension is not within the A range on the scale, replace the belt with a new one.

NOTE: When replacing the drive belt with a new one, the belt's tension should be within the B range on the belt tensioner scale.