What is a Serpentine Belt?
Serpentine Belts — Cars these days usually only have one or two very large belts that drive multiple accessories…i.e. power steering pump, a/c compressor etc. These belts are very long and very strong....
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Reader Question: I was told I need to replace the timing belt in my car but my question is can I see the timing belt to see if it needs to be replaced and when should I replace it? Dan Hi there Dan,...
View ArticleTiming Chain Noise
Reader Question : Hi Austin, I don’t need any repair - yet. My question is when. I have a 1995 Nissan Altima with a metal timing chain on the 2.4L 4-cyl engine. That engine is great but the upper...
View ArticleWhen To Replace Timing Belt
Reader Question Hi, I have 2001 Honda accord EX V6 that has run 56000 miles. The Honda mechanic asked me to replace the timing belt immediately. The Pepboys guy says not necessarily till 80k miles....
View ArticleTiming Belt Replacement Cost
Reader Question Hey Austin, can you give me a rough estimate on what the timing belt replacement cost would be on my 1999 Honda Accord with the small 4 cylinder engine? I have been told so many...
View ArticleBroken Timing Belt
Reader Question I have a 1996 Mitsubishi Galant now everything was fine until my car shut off in the middle of the road and I was told my timing belt broke so I took it to a shop and he said my car had...
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