What happens when a fan belt fails?
Serpentine belt failure can cause your car’s power steering system to fail. It can also cause your alternator or water pump to cease to work. When the serpentine belt completely breaks, your engine will stall which is not only dangerous, it is also inconvenient.
Can I drive my car with a broken fan belt?
Under no circumstances can you drive a vehicle without a serpentine belt because the serpentine belt serves the important function of delivering antifreeze to important parts of the engine. The serpentine belt drives the water pump, and without it, there is insufficient coolant flow to maintain the engine temperature.
When did the timing belt go out on my 2006 Tundra?
My 2006 tundra had the timing belt go out recently (had the 1st one changed at 125k – was pondering the second swap soon – truck has 240k mi)- torn between replacing this or letting the truck go. What is a fair repair cost on this? It is an interference engine 4.7.
Where to put a new serpentine belt on a Toyota Tundra?
Depending on the year and engine size, a small hole just below the tensioner may be available to accept a 5mm bolt to lock the tensioner in the open position after relieving belt tension. This can allow for easier belt installation without having to keep pressure on the tensioner with a wrench.
Do you need a 4.7 L Force engine in a Toyota Tundra?
Honestly your money might be spent more effectively if you purchased a used 4.7l and had it installed or you could always install a 3.4l, the motor mounts should be the same. I have 4.7 l I force engine sitting on the shop floor if you’re interested GNTundra, Tundracollector and tacoguybill like this. I appreciate the both responses.
What is an interference engine 4.7 Toyota Tundra?
It is an interference engine 4.7. Hold the Line! If you are not holding the line, abandon your ship. Destruction is inevitable without more to hold the line! That sucks, as far as a fair price for repair, it depends on what was damaged. Camshaft lobes, piston and cylinder wall damage, bent valves, etc…