Generator Inspection: Pulley

2013 Suzuki SX4 Crossover, Automatic CVT TransSECTION Pulley
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Suzuki SX4. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  • Check pulley for wear, damage or other abnormal conditions.
  • For CVT model, check pulley according to the following procedures.
    1. Fix center of pulley.
    2. Check that pulley locks up when turned in clockwise direction [a] and rotates smoothly in counterclockwise direction [b]. If faulty condition is found, replace pulley.
      Fig 1: Checking Pulley
      G06867298Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.
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