Mazda 6 Quiz
Engine

Drive belt auto tensioner inspection

In this manual: Engine
General information — 42Engine — 23Lubrication system — 10Cooling system — 9Fuel and emission control systems — 161Engine electrical system — 17Clutch — 21Manual transaxle — 10Automatic transaxle — 110Front and rear axles — 20Steering system — 15Braking system — 104Suspension — 34Body — 201Body electrical system — 287Heater and air conditioner systems — 89Technical data — 1Special tools — 1
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1. Remove the drive belt. (See DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT.)

2. Verify that the drive belt auto tensioner moves smoothly in the operational direction.

  • Replace the drive belt auto tensioner if necessary.

3. Turn the drive belt auto tensioner pulley by hand and verify that it rotates smoothly.

  • Replace the drive belt auto tensioner if necessary.

4. Install the drive belt. (See DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT.)

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