24.7.6 CHECK FAN BELT TENSIONER
BEARING BELT AND FAN HUB.
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Check fan belt
Remove the drive belt by lifting tensioner using a 3/8 inch square drive
wrench to release the tension.
Inspect the belt for damage.
Replace belt if any damage is found.
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Check tensioner bearing
With the fan belt removed rotate fan hub.
The tensioner pulley should spin freely with no rough spots
defected under hand pressure.
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Check the tensioner bearing.
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Replace bearing if damaged.
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Check fan hub. With the drive belt removed, rotate fan hub.
The fan hub should spin freely without excessive end play.
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Check the fan hub bearing.
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Replace bearing if damaged.
24.7.7 CHECK FAN BELT TENSION
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Measure the belt deflection at the longest span of the belt.
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Maximum deflection: 9.5-12,7 mm (3/8-1/2 inch)
If tension is low (deflection is outside range):
(see 24.7.6. "Check fan belt tensioner bearing, belt and fan hub.")
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Check belt & replace if damaged
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Check tensioner & replace if damaged
24. SERVICE PROCEDURE
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