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Automotive Tips from Top Tech Auto Repair Royal Oak: Serpentine Belt Overview

December 1, 2019

The technicians at Top Tech Auto Repair Royal Oak 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 pulleys and the accessories. Some cars in Royal Oak have two serpentine belts.


The serpentine belt, the belt tensioner (which maintains the appropriate tension on the belt) and the idler pulleys are together known as the accessory drive system.

Now your serpentine belt and the belt tensioner will just wear out over time – that’s why your vehicle manufacturer has a scheduled belt replacement interval. The team at Top Tech Auto Repair Royal Oak in Royal Oak can inspect your serpentine belt for wear and get it replaced if it’s time.

Give us a call.

Top Tech Auto Repair Royal Oak
3110 Rochester Rd
Royal Oak, Michigan 48073
248-585-0980
http://www.toptechautorepairroyaloak.com

 

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