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ENGINE MAINTENANCE PFP:00100
Drive BeltsELS001XU
Checking Drive BeltsELS001XV
WA RN ING:
Be sure to perform this step when the engine is stopped.
Make sure that the indicator (notch on fixed side) of drive belt auto-tensioner is within the possible use
range (A).
NOTE:
Check the drive belt auto-tensioner indication when the engine is cold.
When new drive belt is installed, the indicator (notch on fixed side) should be within the range (B) in the
figure.
Visually check entire drive belt for wear, damage or cracks.
If the indicator (notch on fixed side) is out of the possible use range or belt is damaged, replace drive belt.
Tension AdjustmentELS001XW
Belt tension is not necessary, as it is automatically adjusted by drive belt auto-tensioner.
Changing Engine CoolantELS001XX
WA RN ING:
To avoid being scalded, do not change engine coolant when engine is hot.
Wrap a thick cloth around radiator cap and carefully remove the cap. First, turn the cap a quarter
of a turn to release built-up pressure. Then turn the cap all the way.
Be careful not to allow engine coolant to contact drive belt.
DRAINING ENGINE COOLANT
1. Open radiator drain plug (1) at the bottom of radiator, and then
remove radiator cap.
Vehicle front
When drain all of engine coolant in the system, open water
drain plug on cylinder block. Refer to EM-77, "
CYLINDER
BLOCK" .
CAUTION:
Perform this step when engine is cold.
Do not spill engine coolant on drive belt.
2. Remove reservoir tank as necessary, and drain engine coolant and clean reservoir tank before installing.
Refer to CO-11, "
RADIATOR" .
3. Check drained engine coolant for contaminants such as rust, corrosion or discoloration.
1. Alternator 2. Drive belt auto–tensioner 3. Crankshaft pulley
4.A/C compressor (models with A/C)
Idler pulley (models without A/C)5. Water pump 6. Drive belt
A. Possible use range B. Range when new drive belt is installed C. Indicator
PBIC3137J
PBIC3799E
