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Serpentine Belts

Posted By Weber Automotive
November 10, 2021 Category: Automotive Repairs, Serpentine Belts, Automotive Professionals

We all know that when we turn on our cars, the engine comes on. Whether you start the car with a key or push a button, each vehicle has very intricate components. One of those components is the serpentine belt.  The Importance Of Serpentine Belts  The moment you turn on your vehicle or use the air conditioning system, energy is distributed around the car and towards the engine. Through the machine, the energy is sent out through what is called a serpentine belt. In an automobile engine, serpentine belts drive peripheral devices such as an alternator, power steering pump, water pump, air conditioning compressor, air pump, etc. Straps may also be guided by an idler pulley and a belt tensioner. Most cars have one serpentine belt while some cars have two. Either way, the serpentine belt takes power from the engine to various components, like the air conditioning compressor. Serpentine belts have a significant job, and without them, your vehicle is dead in the water. Taking Care Of Serpentine Belts  Serpentine belts can wear down over time, causing the belt to slip out of place and damage your engine. These belts usually last from 60,000 to 100,000 miles. However, remember it's not just the serpentine belt you need to keep up with. The serpentine belt gets help from other smaller components inside your engine, so it's best to have professionals go in and change the strap for you so they can check the other surrounding components as