BELTS 77
TECHTECH TIPTIP®
AUTO PARTS
dvancements in rubber chemistry and improved engineering have resulted in a
3.
Fibers protruding from the belt.
4.
Small holes in the belt.
5.
Cracks, grooves or scratches in the back of
the belt.
6.
Signs of belt...
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BELTS 77
TECHTECH TIPTIP®
AUTO PARTS
dvancements in rubber chemistry and improved engineering have resulted in a
3.
Fibers protruding from the belt.
4.
Small holes in the belt.
5.
Cracks, grooves or scratches in the back of
the belt.
6.
Signs of belt overheating.
7.
Any evidence of oil or antifreeze on the
belt.
8.
And most important of all, the mileage the
belt has been in service.
9.
Check the integrity of all sprockets and
remove all contaminates from the grooves.
10.
Check the idler/tensioner and bearing assembly for wear and runout.
11.
Do not bend, flex or twist the belt beyond
normal belt travel as cord damage can
result.
SETTING BELT TENSION
Proper belt tension is imperative for long belt
life.
Following a timing belt installation, some
technicians set belt tension as if it were a V belt.
The timing belt does not rely on friction to turn
the sprockets; instead, the belt teeth carry the
load.
Belt tensioning procedures vary by engine
design.
Timing belts do
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