2. Small scattered pills. Not considered a concern. No action required.
3. Longer pills up to 50% of the rib height. Possible noise concern. INSTALL a new accessory drive belt if noise is apparent. REFER to: Accessory Drive Belt .
4. Longer pills up to 50% of the rib height. Possible noise concern. INSTALL a new accessory drive belt if noise is apparent. REFER to: Accessory Drive Belt .
5. Heavy deposits in the grooves. Possible noise and stability concern. INSTALL a new accessory drive belt. REFER to: Accessory Drive Belt .
6. Heavy deposits in the grooves. Possible noise and stability concern. INSTALL a new accessory drive belt. REFER to: Accessory Drive Belt .
Incorrect fitment
Accessory drive belt noise can be generated by the accessory drive belt being incorrectly fitted on the pulley as shown in the following illustration. Make sure that all the V grooves on the accessory drive belt contact correctly with the pulley.
4. If the cause is not visually evident, verify the symptom and refer to the Symptom Chart .
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING > ACCESSORY DRIVE > SYMPTOM CHART
Symptom | Possible Sources | Action |
Accessory drive belt noise | Accessory drive system | Use a stethoscope or other listening device to determine the source of the noise. INSTALL new |
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