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How A Failing Catalytic Converter Affects Vehicle Performance
By: paul norman jasper
Check under your car and you'll notice what looks like multiple mufflers underneath. The one closest to your car's engine is the catalytic converter, tasked with neutralizing the harmful pollutants found in exhaust gases before passing them through the rest of the exhaust It's a silent, thankless job, but also one that results in cleaner air and improved overall(read
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Category : Automobiles
Everything You Need To Know For Diy Serpentine Belt Replacement
By: paul norman jasper
There is no reason to be intimidated by the prospect of replacing your vehicle's worn or broken serpentine belt. With the right tools, knowledge, and willpower, you can replace this essential belt on your own. Follow the guidelines detailed below, and your serpentine belt replacement project will prove faster and easier than expected.(read
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Category : Automobiles
Signs Of A Failing Tensioner
By: paul norman jasper
Paying close attention to your vehicle alert you when the drive belt tensioner is causing problems. This tensioner is a pulley connected to an adjustable pivot or spring designed to maintain tension along the engine belts. The type of tensioner designed with a pivot point can be altered manually.(read
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Category : Automobiles
The Serpentine Belt And All The Pumps That It Powers
By: paul norman jasper
Is the serpentine belt on your car showing signs of wear, or maybe you noticed some squealing coming from under the hood? It's just a belt, and it isn't scheduled to be replaced for another 10,000 miles.(read
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Category : Business
5 Indications That It Is Time To Replace Your Serpentine Belt
By: paul norman jasper
The serpentine belt is an often overlooked culprit of a number of mechanical failures for aging cars. Keeping yours working properly requires minimal effort, as the only maintenance required for these belts is checking the alignment periodically(read
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Category : Business
What Are The Testing Standards For The Best Quality Serpentine Belts?
By: paul norman jasper
When shopping for a new serpentine belt for your vehicle, you want to know that it is designed to last another 90,000 miles. While not all replacement parts meet OEM specs, most manufacturers from around the world adhere to the International Organization for Standardization (IOS) so that parts made across the sea will fit and function in domestic vehicles(read
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Category : Automobiles
What Does An Idler Do?
By: paul norman jasper
An idler pulley is part of the accessory belt routing for your vehicle's engine. Since engines don't always have accessories in exactly the same place, the idler pulley allows you to route the belt so that it aligns with all of the accessory pulleys.(read
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Category : Automobiles
How To Inspect A Belt Tensioner
By: paul norman jasper
Most of the later model engines use a serpentine belt to drive the accessories, including the power steering pump, air compressor, and alternator. Unlike V-belts, which are tensioned by moving the brackets, a serpentine belt uses a spring-loaded tensioner to ensure the belt stays tight.(read
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Category : Automobiles
Serpentine V-belts Vs Multi-ribbed Belts
By: paul norman jasper
Drive belts are among the most interesting aspects of your engine. They're also one of the most important to keep an eye on, as a sudden belt failure could leave you stranded far from home. While the principles behind different types of drive belts remain the same, their design has had many changes over the past few decades. This in-depth look showcases a couple of notable designs – multi-ribbed belts and serpentine belts.(read
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Category : Automobiles
Semi-automatic Tensioning Vs Automatic Tensioning
By: paul norman jasper
Are you getting ready to replace the tensioner assembly in your car? Did you get a bunch of search engine results that mention semi-automatic tensioning? Is there a different type of tensioner that may provide a performance boost or extend the life of your belts and pulleys?(read
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Category : Business
