24. SERVICE PROCEDURE 24.5.4 CHECK, REPLACE FAN BELT Check the V-belt, and replace the V-belt if the condition is as follows. If the V-belt is in contact with the bottom of the pulley groove. If the V-belt is worn and has sunk below the outside diameter of the pulley. If the V-belt is cracked or peeling Replacement When replacing the V-belt, do as follows. 1. Insert bar 2 (length approx. 50 cm) into hole 1 (18 mm) of the tension pulley bracket, then pull strongly. 2. The spring will extend and the tension pulley will move to the inside, so remove the old belt and install the new one. Always replace the V-belts as a set (3 belts).
An autotensioner is installed, so there is no need to adjust the belt tension until the belt is replaced. 3-56