Drive Belt On-Vehicle Inspection

Check the belt for wear, cracks or other signs of damage.
If any of the following defects is found, replace the V-ribbed belt.

1. The belt is cracked.
   
2. The belt is worn out to the extent that cords are exposed.
   
3. The belt has chunks missing from the ribs.
   

Check that the belt fits properly in the ribbed grooves.

HINT:

Check by hand to confirm that the belt has not slipped out of the groove on the bottom to the pulley. If it has slipped out, replace the V-ribbed belt. Install a new V-ribbed belt correctly.