Snake in the Engine (Serpentine Belt)
January 14, 2024
There's a belt that snakes through your engine. It's even named for a snake, the serpentine belt. It'll bite you when it breaks, possibly leaving you stranded. So, it's good to know a little about this snake-like belt. In early engines, there were lots of belts. They were used to convert the r... More
Automotive Tips from Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Lewis Center: Serpentine Belt System Wear
May 3, 2020
The primary job of the serpentine belt for Lewis Center drivers is to provide important traction to spin the accessories. As the belt wears it loses some of its grip and the accessories may not spin at optimal speeds. For example, if your alternator doesnt spin fast enough, the battery will not c... More
Automotive Tips from Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Lewis Center: Serpentine Belt Overview
March 8, 2020
The technicians at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Lewis Center know your serpentine belt drives important engine accessories like your alternator, air conditioning compressor, and power steering. In some cars it may also power the power brakes or water pump. The serpentine belt is powered by th... More
Automotive Tips from Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Lewis Center: Serpentine Belt Tensioner
December 3, 2017
The serpentine belt tensioner applies pressure to the serpentine belt, maintaining optimal tension to drive the accessories like the alternator and A/C compressor. At Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Lewis Center we know that the service life of the belt tensioner is the same as the belt itself, ... More
Auto Videos for Lewis Center Drivers: Serpentine Belt Overview
February 19, 2016
Your serpentine belt drives important engine accessories like your alternator, air conditioning compressor, and power steering. In some autos it may also power the power brakes or water pump. The serpentine belt is powered by the engine and winds around pulleys and the accessories. ... More
Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Lewis Center Car Care Advice for Lewis Center Motorists: Serpentine Belt System Wear
January 6, 2016
The primary job of the serpentine belt is to provide essential traction to spin the accessories. As the belt wears it loses some of its grip and the accessories may not spin at ideal speeds. For example, if your alternator doesnt spin fast enough, the battery will not completely re... More