Posts Tagged ‘Tensioner & Idler Bearing’
Automotive Engine Belt FAQs
Engine belts are simple but important components in modern vehicles. Each car engine belt plays a key role in powering specific auxiliary components. Whether you’re managing a shop or maintaining a fleet, understanding the different types of automotive belts helps you make more informed replacement decisions and avoid costly breakdowns. Types of Car Engine Belts…
Read MoreThe High Cost Of Putting Off Idler Pulley Or Belt Tensioner Replacement
A worn timing belt tensioner or idler pulley can be a ticking time bomb for an engine. If either part fails, it can cause the camshafts and crankshaft to rotate out of sync. This can cause catastrophic engine failure and very expensive repair costs.
Read MoreIs It The Timing Belt Or The Tensioner That Is The Problem?
When a timing belt fails, it can cause serious engine issues. A good quality timing belt lasts between 60K and 100K miles. The estimated longevity depends on the manufacturer. There are two common reasons a timing belt fails:
Read MoreSymptoms Of Timing Belt Tensioner Failure
Some timing belt tensioners last a long time. Others don’t last all that long. Usually, the tensioner is replaced along with the timing belt. When a timing belt tensioner fails, it loses tension. As a result, the timing belt becomes loose and the valve timing can be thrown off. This leads to engine performance issues.
Read MoreIs It The Timing Belt The Tensioner Or The Idler Pulley?
When an engine has timing belt issues, the root cause is not always the timing belt. It may be the timing belt tensioner or the idler pulley. It’s important to know which part is failing. That way, you can replace the failing part (and any other affected parts) to bring the timing belt assembly back…
Read MoreSetting Timing Belt Idler Torque
When installing a new timing belt, it’s important to tighten the timing belt idler pulley to the correct torque specs. The pulley can get loose over time from vibration. So when you’re in there, it’s worth taking the time to retighten the timing belt idler pulley. It’s very important to set the right amount of torque.
Read MoreEducating Customers On Timing Belt Tensioner Replacement
The timing belt tensioner is a part only a few customers know about. So when customers find out that their timing belt tensioner needs replacing, they may get confused or skeptical. Some may even refuse a timing belt tensioner replacement. It’s simply because they don’t know enough about it. That kind of negligence will be…
Read MoreHow (And Why) To Measure Timing Belt Tension
Una correa de distribución es una correa de goma ubicada en la parte delantera del motor. Sincroniza la rotación del cigüeñal con la rotación del árbol de levas. Muchos motores modernos tienen un diseño de motor de interferencia. Esto significa que, si el movimiento de los pistones y el movimiento de las válvulas no están…
Read MoreNew Serp Belt Tensioner Already Squeaking? Here’s What You Should Check
Are you working on a car with a brand new serpentine belt that’s making noises? If so, we’ll help you troubleshoot the issue.
Read MoreNew Timing Belt Already Squeaking? Here’s What You Should Check
Did you just install a new timing belt, and it’s already making a squeaking noise? Since a timing belt has teeth, it can’t slip, therefore it’s not exactly a timing belt noise. Something else is the problem. This troubleshooting guide will help you pinpoint the cause of the noise.
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