Serpentine Belt
There's a belt that snakes through your engine. It's even named for a snake, the serpentine belt. It'll bite you when it breaks, possibly leaving you stranded. So, it's good to know a little about this snake-like belt.In early engines, there were lots of belts. They were used to convert the r...
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Posted in Serpentine Belt
on October 09, 2022
The primary job of the serpentine belt for Novi drivers is to provide important traction to spin the accessories. As the belt wears it loses some of its grip and the accessories may not spin at optimal speeds. For example, if your alternator doesnt spin fast enough, the battery will not completel...
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Posted in Serpentine Belt
on October 03, 2021
The serpentine belt tensioner applies pressure to the serpentine belt, maintaining optimal tension to drive the accessories like the alternator and A/C compressor. At Sovel's Auto Service we know that the service life of the belt tensioner is the same as the belt itself, so they should always be ...
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Posted in Serpentine Belt
on August 11, 2019
The technicians at Sovel's Auto Service know your serpentine belt drives important engine accessories like your alternator, air conditioning compressor, and power steering. In some cars it may also power the power brakes or water pump. The serpentine belt is powered by the engine and winds around...
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Posted in Serpentine Belt
on April 10, 2016
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