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Drive Belts: Inspection

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  1. Check drive belt and pulley for wear, cracks, and fraying. Replace if necessary.
  2. Measure drive belt tension with a tension gauge.
    DRIVE BELT TENSION

    Drive belt New Used
    Generator 0.31-0.35(8-9) 0.35-0.39 (9-10)
    A/C and P/S 0.31-0.35 (8-9) 0.35-0.39 (9-10)
    Fig 1: Measuring Drive Belt Tension
    G01078390Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.