T100 SR5 Extra Cab Pickup 2WD V6-3.4L (5VZ-FE) (1997)
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Drive Belt: Testing and Inspection
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GENERATOR DRIVE BELT
INSPECT DRIVE BELT
1. Visually check the belt for excessive wear, frayed cords etc.
HINT: Cracks on the ribbed side of the belt are considered acceptable.
If the belt has chunks missing from the ribs, it should be replaced.
2. Using a belt tension gauge, check the drive belt tension.
Belt tension gauge:
Nippondenso BTG 20 (95506-00020) or Borroughs No. BT-33-73F
Drive belt tension:
New belt
3RZ-FE: 175 ± 5 lbf
5VZ-FE: 160 ± 25 lbf
Used belt
3RZ-FE: 115 ± 20 lbf
5VZ-FE: 100 ± 20 lbf
If necessary, adjust the drive belt tension.
HINT:
