Using Scan Tool (Frequency)
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CAUTION:
To prevent damage, always turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position before connecting or disconnecting Scan Tool (MB991958).
- Connect Belt Tension Meter Set (MB991668) to Scan Tool (MB991958). See Fig 1 .
- Connect Scan Tool (MB991958) to the Data Link Connector (DLC). See Fig 1 .
- Turn the ignition switch to the ON position and select BELT TENSION MEASUREMENT from the menu screen on Scan Tool (MB991958).
- Hold Microphone (part of Belt Drive Meter Set) (MB991668) near the center of the drive belt between the pulleys away from the rear surface of the belt and perpendicular to the belt (no more then 15 degrees in either direction). See Fig 2 or Fig 3 .
- Gently tap the middle of the belt between the pulleys with your finger, and check that the vibration frequency of the belt is within specification. See Fig 2 or Fig 3 . See GENERATOR DRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT SPECIFICATIONS table.
CAUTION:
Temperature of the surface of the belt should be as close possible to underhood temperature.
CAUTION:
DO NOT let contaminants such as water or oil get onto the microphone. If strong gusts of wind blow against the microphone or if there are any loud sources of noise nearby, the values measured by the microphone may not correspond to actual values. DO NOT take measurement while engine is running.