Rainier AWD L6-4.2L VIN S (2005)
similarity in the description. Remove only one drive belt at a time if the vehicle has multiple drive belts. When removing the drive belt the water
pump may not be operating and the engine may overheat. Also DTCs may set when the engine is operating with the drive belt removed.
4. Inspecting the drive belt(s) is to ensure that it is not causing a the noise. Small cracks across the ribs of the drive belt will not cause the noise. Belt
separation is identified by the plys of the belt separating and may be seen at the edge of the belt our felt as a lump in the belt.
5. Small amounts of pilling is normal condition and acceptable. When the pilling is severe the drive belt does not have a smooth surface for proper
operation.
