Exposure to heat, vibration and contamination makes belts and hoses wear out faster than any other components in your car. That's why regular inspections are so important.
Accessory Drive Belts: While some accessories in your car are electrically powered by the charging system, others use the engine itself as their power source. The power for these accessories is delivered by a system of pulleys and belts. Examples of these accessories are:
Alternator
Water Pump for engine cooling
Power Steering Pump
Air Conditioning Compressor
Radiator Cooling Fan
Many late model cars use a single serpentine belt in place of individual belts to drive these accessories.
Hoses
The hoses that convey your car's fluids are made of two rubber layers with a layer of fabric in between. Typical hoses include:
Radiator and Heater Hoses-These hoses convey coolant to the engine and heater core.
Fuel Hose- As the name implies, this hose transports gasoline from the tank to the engine.
Power Steering Hose-It connects the power steering pump to the steering gear.
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