Belt Wear: Time for a Change?
Drive belt wear can take out your power steering as well as your radiator’s and cabin’s cooling systems. Learn here what to look for to avoid these issues.
Diagnosing Engine Drive Belt Tensioner Failure
Unbeknownst to many, automatic belt tensioners are actually a wear item, and therefore cannot be classified as a prototypical hard part. Internal components in the tensioner can fail, causing stress … Continue Reading Diagnosing Engine Drive Belt Tensioner Failure
Know How Notes – Serpentine Belt Replacement Tips
The accessories on your vehicle’s engine are driven by a single belt that wraps around the pulleys. This is called a serpentine belt. Older vehicles used multiple drive belts called … Continue Reading Know How Notes – Serpentine Belt Replacement Tips
Steering Woes: 5 Common Power Steering Problems
Here are five power steering problems that are associated with hydraulic-driven systems.
How to Check Belts on a Car
Learning how to check belts on a car is a fairly straightforward process — and a valuable preventative maintenance skill.
Power Steering Problems: Quick Fixes to Try Before You Visit the Shop
Power steering problems often announce themselves with a squeal, followed by increasing difficulty in turning the front wheels – or occasional…