Inspection and Verification
- Verify the customer concern.
- Visually inspect for obvious signs of mechanical damage.
Visual Inspection Chart
| Mechanical |
|---|
| Damaged or contaminated bell |
| Belt tension |
| Belttensioner |
| Pulleys |
| Loose hardware |
VISUAL INSPECTION CHART
- If an obvious cause for an observed or reported concern is found, correct the cause (if possible) before proceeding to the next step.
- If the concern is not visually evident, verify the symptom and refer to the «SYMPTOM CHART»(ref-209455-S41386093092005120900000) .
Symptom Chart
Belt noise or squeal
Possible Source(s)
- Pulley(s)
- Lubricant or other contamination
- Belt
Action(s) to take
- DETERMINE where the noise is coming from. CHECK pulley alignment, freedom of rotation or damage. REPAIR or INSTALL new parts as necessary.
- CHECK belt for contamination. REMOVE belt and wash with detergent and water. If belt cannot be cleaned or is damaged, INSTALL a new belt. For additional information refer to «ACCESSORY DRIVE BELT - 2.0L/2.5L/3.0L (12.10.40)»(ref-209455-S06251550302005120900000) or «ACCESSORY DRIVE BELT - 2.2L DIESEL/2.PL DIESEL (12.10.40)»(ref-209455-S05801533642005120900000)
- CHECK belt for correct application.
Belt does not hold tension
Possible Source(s)
- Belt cracking or damaged
- Tensioner worn or damaged
Action(s) to take
- INSPECT belt for cracking or damage. INSTALL a new belt if required. For additional information refer to «ACCESSORY DRIVE BELT - 2.0L/2.5L/3.0L (12.10.40)»(ref-209455-S06251550302005120900000) or «ACCESSORY DRIVE BELT - 2.2L DIESEL/2.PL DIESEL (12.10.40)»(ref-209455-S05801533642005120900000)
- CHECK belt tensioner for damage and correct operation. INSTALL a new belt tensioner if required. For additional information refer to «ACCESSORY DRIVE BELT TENSIONER - 2.0L/2.5L/3.0L (12.10.41)»(ref-209455-S04839398872005120900000) or «ACCESSORY DRIVE BELT TENSIONER - 2.2L DIESEL/2.PL DIESEL (12.10.41)»(ref-209455-S05801533642005120900000)