What damage can a broken serpentine belt cause?
A broken serpentine belt stops the water pump from circulating coolant (antifreeze) through the cooling system, and the engine can overheat – anywhere! A broken serpentine belt stops the alternator from generating power to operate the vehicle’s electric (and electronic) systems and recharge the battery.
What causes a serpentine belt to break on a car?
Serpentine belts can fail in a few different ways. This is usually the result of a belt in poor condition, or a problem with one of the accessory components being driven by the belt. A failed bearing in a pulley being driven by the serpentine belt will also cause the belt to break.
Will a car start with a broken serpentine belt?
The short answer is yes, your car will start even if the serpentine belt is broken or missing. To get the car going, the battery sends power to your starter motor. However, you do need your serpentine belt if you want the car to run for longer than a few minutes.
Why does my Toyota Camry have a serpentine belt?
Due to hundreds of heat cycles and wear on the rubber belt as well as bearings in the pulleys, the annoying noises you hear arise. This article applies to the 5th generation Toyota Camry (2002-2006). Your serpentine drive belt is extremely important to the function of your Camry.
How much does it cost to replace a Camry drive belt?
Our certified mobile mechanics can come to your home or office 7 days a week between 7 AM and 9 PM. Toyota Camry Serpentine/Drive Belt Replacement costs $146 on average.
Why does my Toyota Camry make a squealing noise?
Most engine squeals are the results of a worn out belt, idler, or tensioner pulley. Due to hundreds of heat cycles and wear on the rubber belt as well as bearings in the pulleys, the annoying noises you hear arise.
What makes up the serpentine belt in a car?
A serpentine belt is a relatively long, flat, multi-ribbed belt that is driven by the engine’s crankshaft pulley. The belt drives many, and often all, of the engine accessories such as the alternator, air conditioning compressor, power steering pump, water pump, and air pump.