Continental has developed this easy-to-use gauge that tells you and your customers when its time to replace a belt.
![Continental Belt Wear Gauge](/na/getattachment/automotive/tools-services/tools/products/product-range/elite®-poly-v-belt-wear-gauge/ToolsHeader_1500x264_B.jpg?lang=en-US&width=1500&height=264&ext=.jpg)
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Continental Belt Wear Gauge
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Continental Belt Wear Gauge
1. The tooth side lets you perform a quick profile wear test.
2. The narrow side test for overall and/or uneven wear.
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Uneven Wear Test
- Press the narrow edge of the gauge into each belt groove
- The edge should not "bottom out"in any of the grooves
Profile Test
- Use the tooth edge of the tool
- Press the teeth of the gauge into the belt grooves
- The teeth should fit snugly into each groove. If not, the belt may need to be replaced
* This test result does not replace a professional diagnosis
Caution: Before working on a vehicle, turn off the engine.Consult the vehicle's Owners Manual for recommended belt replacement intervals.
See video of the belt gauge in action:
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