Focus L4-2.0L DOHC VIN 5 (2003)
4. The condition of the drive belt should be compared against the illustration and appropriate action taken.
1
Small scattered deposits of rubber debris. This is not a concern therefore a new belt should not be installed.
2
Longer deposit areas building up to 50% of the rib height. This would not be considered to be a concern but it could result in excessive noise.
If noise is apparent a new belt should be installed.
3
Heavy deposits building up along the grooves resulting in a possible noise and belt stability concern. If heavy deposits are apparent a new belt
should be installed.
5. Check the belt for cracks, up to 15 cracks in a rib over a distance of 100 mm (3.93 in.) can be considered acceptable. If cracks in excess of this are
apparent a new belt should be installed
6. There should be no chunks missing from the belt ribs. If the belt shows any evidence of this a new belt should be installed
7. If the concern is not visually evident, verify the symptom and GO to Symptom Chart. See: Symptom Related Diagnostic Procedures