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Operation Check

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  1. Turn OFF the engine from the idle state then check to see that the drive belt is not protruding from the pulley width of the auto-tensioner.
  2. Remove the drive belt. (Refer to CRANKSHAFT PULLEY .)
  3. Securely insert the spindle handle or ratchet handle with a 12.7mm (1/2-inch) insertion angle into the jig hole of the auto tensioner. Turn the auto-tensioner to the left and right to check and see that there is no threading.
  4. If there are any problems in the procedure 1 or 3, replace the auto-tensioner. (Refer to TIMING BELT .)
  5. Install the drive belt. (Refer to CRANKSHAFT PULLEY .)
    Fig 1: Turning Auto-Tensioner To Left And Right To Check And See That There Is No Threading
    G01852071Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.