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Toyota Highlander 2WD V6-3.5L (2GR-FE) (2008)03 · Maintenance
03 · Maintenance

Drive Belt: Testing and Inspection

Make
Toyota
Model
Highlander 2WD
Engine
V6-3.5L (2GR-FE)
Year
2008
Section
Drive Belt › Testing and Inspection
MaintenanceTesting and Inspection
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Drive Belt: Testing and Inspection

2GR-FE ENGINE MECHANICAL: DRIVE BELT: INSPECTION

INSPECTION

1. INSPECT V-RIBBED BELT

(a) Visually check the V-ribbed belt for excessive wear, frayed cords, etc.

If any defect has been found, replace the V-ribbed belt.
HINT: If the V-ribbed belt has chunks missing from its ribs, it should be replaced.
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A "new V-ribbed belt" is a V-ribbed belt which has been used for less than 5 minutes with the engine running.

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A "used V-ribbed belt" is a V-ribbed belt which has been used for 5 minutes or more with the engine running.

2. INSPECT V-RIBBED BELT TENSIONER ASSEMBLY

(a) Check that nothing gets caught in the tensioner by turning it clockwise and counterclockwise.

If a malfunction exists, replace the V-ribbed belt tensioner assembly.

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