Why does my serpentine belt need to be replaced?
The most common reason is that the serpentine belt is just worn out and needs to be replaced. Another common cause is that the belt tensioner is froze / stuck and not functioning. The tensioner does exactly what it’s name says- keeps tension on the belt.
Why does my Dodge Nitro keep throwing the serpentine belt?
My dodge nitro kept throwing serpentine belt and after checking tensioner and replacing belt and idler I found there was a bolt missing in the power steering pump. Causing it to wiggle. Replaced bolt and tightened up pump, no more throwing the belt. Replaced belt replaced pulley.
When does the serpentine belt come off on a 2006 Ford Fusion?
Today is the4th time that the serpentine belt has come off on my 2006 Ford Fusion with a 4Cyl engine. Have had the valve cover gasket replaced due to excess oil on belt and the cover was leaking. Have had all the pulleys cleaned and the belt replaced twice since then. any ideas?
Is the water pump driven by the serpentine belt?
Another important device driven by the serpentine belt is the water pump. This is not always the case as on a lot of cars the water pump is driven by the timing belt. You should have this in mind so you don’t falsely “accuse” the serpentine belt for overheating.
Why does the serpentine belt keep coming off?
Serpentine Belt Keeps Coming Off. The most common reason is that the serpentine belt is just worn out and needs to be replaced. Another common cause is that the belt tensioner is froze / stuck and not functioning. The tensioner does exactly what it’s name says- keeps tension on the belt. Without tension the belt will come right off.
When to replace a tensioner on a belt?
On systems equipped with an automatic tensioner, the tensioner pulley should turn freely without binding, the tensioner arm should move smoothly through its entire range of motion and there should be adequate tension. Replace the tensioner and /or pulley as required
Today is the4th time that the serpentine belt has come off on my 2006 Ford Fusion with a 4Cyl engine. Have had the valve cover gasket replaced due to excess oil on belt and the cover was leaking. Have had all the pulleys cleaned and the belt replaced twice since then. any ideas?
What happens when a belt is worn out on a car?
What happens is that the bearing for any of these pulleys the belt rides on is worn out, so the pulley either wobbles or does not sit flat and gives the belt a chance to “walk” off the pulley. A worn out pulley will usually be accompanied by a growl or whining noise when the engine is running.