2008 - MX-5 - Engine

DRIVE BELT AUTO TENSIONER INSPECTION [LF]

1. Remove the battery and battery tray. (See BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [LF].)

2. Remove the drive belt. (See DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT [LF].)

NOTE:

• Use a mirror to see the position of the drive belt auto tensioner indicator mark.

  

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

• Replace the drive belt auto tensioner if necessary.

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

• Replace the drive belt auto tensioner if necessary.

5. Install the drive belt. (See DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT [LF].)

6. Install the battery and battery tray. (See BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [LF].)