How do I know if my drive belt is bad?
Symptoms of a Bad or Failing Serpentine/Drive Belt
- Squealing noise from the front of the vehicle. If you notice a squealing noise coming from the front of your vehicle, it could be from the serpentine belt.
- Power steering and AC not working.
- Engine overheating.
- Cracks and wear on the belt.
Does an Isuzu Rodeo have a timing belt or chain?
Isuzu Rodeo Timing Overview (All Model Years)
| Model | Years | Timing Belt Or Chain |
|---|---|---|
| Isuzu Rodeo | 1991 – 2004 | timing belt |
| 1991-1992 | timing chain |
What happens when a drive belt tensioner fails?
Belt-driven accessories fail A seized or loose drive belt tensioner can cause the belt to snap, which will disables those accessories and can cause problems such as overheating, a dead electrical system and battery, or a disabled AC system.
How long can you drive with a bad tensioner?
So, how long can you drive with a bad idler pulley? The safety recommendation is not to drive the car at all and take it to a mechanic immediately. You should be concerned if the vehicle makes squeaking or rattling noises. The car can still run for months or break after a few days.
How much does it cost to replace drive belt tensioner?
The average cost for a drive belt tensioner replacement is between $211 and $239. Labor costs are between $73 and $93, while parts are priced between $138 and $146.
Where is the drive belt on an Isuzu Rodeo?
The Isuzu Rodeo comes with a serpentine belt on the front of the engine that operates all of the engine accessories. The belt operates the alternator, air conditioner, water pump and the power steering. The belt is configured around each accessory shown by the serpentine belt routing diagram. Replace the belt if it appears worn or frayed.
When do you need to replace a car belt?
Belts installed on vehicles with manual tension drives should be properly tensioned during installation, and re-tensioned after 5 minutes of run-in (30 lbs. per rib). A belt installed incorrectly will make noise and if not remedied quickly, will need to be replaced
When to replace a belt due to misalignment?
Inspect and replace all accessories / pulleys that are difficult to rotate (i.e. rough/seized bearings), or show excessive wobble / free rock Warning: Any existing misalignment condition probably caused pre-mature wear of the belt ribs on the old belt. A new belt is recommended once the accessory drive has been realigned.
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