Lexus RX (RX 350L, RX450h) 2016-2026 Repair Manual: On-vehicle Inspection

Lexus RX (RX 350L, RX450h) 2016-2026 Repair Manual / Engine & Hybrid System / 2gr-fks (engine Mechanical) / Drive Belt / On-vehicle Inspection

ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

CAUTION:

To prevent injury due to contact with an operating V-ribbed belt or cooling fan, keep your hands and clothing away from the V-ribbed belt and cooling fans when working in the engine compartment with the engine running or the engine switch on (IG).

PROCEDURE

1. INSPECT V-RIBBED BELT

(a) Check the V-ribbed belt for wear, cracks or other signs of damage.

HINT:

If any of the following defects is found, replace the V-ribbed belt.

  • The V-ribbed belt is cracked.
  • The V-ribbed belt is worn to the extent that the cords are exposed.
  • The V-ribbed belt has chunks missing from the ribs.

(b) Check that the V-ribbed belt fits properly in the ribbed grooves.

HINT:

Make sure to check by hand that the V-ribbed belt has not slipped out of the grooves on the bottom of the pulley. If it has slipped out, replace the V-ribbed belt. Install a new V-ribbed belt correctly.

*a

Correct

*b

Incorrect
    Components
    COMPONENTS ILLUSTRATION *1 FRONT FENDER APRON SEAL RH *2 V-RIBBED BELT ...

    Removal
    REMOVAL PROCEDURE 1. REMOVE FRONT WHEEL RH Click here 2. REMOVE FRONT FENDER APRON SEAL RH Click here 3. REMOVE V-RIBBED BELT (a) Release the V-ribbed belt tension by turning the V-ribbed bel ...

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