Air conditioning filter, drive belts – Acura 2002 RL - Owner's Manual User Manual
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The belts should have the following
‘‘play’’ or deflection.
Alternator belt:
Check the condition of the three
drive belts. Examine the edges of
each belt for cracks or fraying.
This filter should be replaced every
30,000 miles (48,000 km) under nor-
mal conditions. It should be replaced
every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) if you
drive primarily in urban areas that
have high concentrations of soot in
the air from industry and diesel-pow-
ered vehicles. Replace it more often
if air flow from the climate control
system becomes less than usual.
Have dust and pollen filter replaced
by your Acura dealer.
Check the tension of each belt by
pushing on it with your thumb
midway between the pulleys.
If you see signs of wear or looseness,
have your dealer adjust or replace
the belts.
Power steering belt:
Compressor belt:
The dust and pollen filter removes
pollen and dust that is brought in
from the outside through the climate
control system.
Air Conditioning Filter
Drive Belts
Air Conditioning Filter, Drive Belts
Maintenance
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P
P
O
O
W
W
E
E
R
R
S
S
T
T
E
E
E
E
R
R
I
I
N
N
G
G
B
B
E
E
L
L
T
T
A
A
L
L
T
T
E
E
R
R
N
N
A
A
T
T
O
O
R
R
B
B
E
E
L
L
T
T
C
C
O
O
M
M
P
P
R
R
E
E
S
S
S
S
O
O
R
R
B
B
E
E
L
L
T
T
0.37
0.45 in (9.5
11.5 mm)
0.41
0.49 in (10.5
12.5 mm)
0.31
0.43 in (8.0
11.0 mm)
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