If your vehicle starts squealing when you are driving, there is a good chance that the drive belt needs to be replaced. This sound may start out gradually and increase in loudness and how frequently you hear it over time. Here are four terms that will help you understand what your mechanic is talking about when you take your vehicle in to get your drive belt inspected and replaced.
Drive Belt
The drive belt on your vehicle is located at the front of your engine. It is connected to your engine and loops around the pulleys that are located on the front of your engine. Most new cars only have a single belt that goes through all of your vehicle’s different systems that depend on its power; this type of drive belt is often referred to as a serpentine
Drive Belt
The drive belt on your vehicle is located at the front of your engine. It is connected to your engine and loops around the pulleys that are located on the front of your engine. Most new cars only have a single belt that goes through all of your vehicle’s different systems that depend on its power; this type of drive belt is often referred to as a serpentine