Mazda 3 Quiz
HVAC

Drive Belt Inspection [Mzr 2.0, Mzr 2.5]

In this manual: HVAC
Vehicle general — 15Accessories — 111Body — 339Brakes — 71Drivetrain — 143Electrical — 58Engine — 251HVAC — 72Restraints — 15Steering — 32Suspension — 41
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MZR 2.0 A/C drive belt NOTE:

  • Drive belt deflection/tension inspection is not necessary because of the use of the maintenance-free type A/C drive belt.

  • Replace the drive belt if it is found to be damaged during visual inspection, or if there is a malfunction or noise in the A/C compressor..

Generator drive belt NOTE:

  • Drive belt deflection/tension inspection is not necessary because of the use of the drive belt auto tensioner.

1. Verify that the drive belt auto tensioner indicator mark does not exceed the limit.


  • If it exceeds the limit, replace the drive belt..

MZR 2.5 NOTE:

  • Drive belt deflection/tension inspection is not necessary because of the use of the drive belt auto tensioner.

1. Verify that the drive belt auto tensioner indicator mark does not exceed the limit.


  • If it exceeds the limit, replace the drive belt..

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