Working as a General Motors and ASE Master Technician, teaching automotive technology and being involved in the auto repair industry for over 50 years, I saw how two, three or more “V”-drive belts ...

The serpentine belt (also known as the accessories belt) in your Toyota Tacoma is drove by the main pulley in the head of the crankshaft. It is used to drive auxiliary systems like the alternator, ...

Whether or not you can adjust or replace a belt yourself depends on the type of belt(s) you have. On most modern vehicles, a single, long, flat belt called a serpentine multiaccessory drive belt (see ...

Keeping your lawn mower in optimal condition is crucial for maintaining a healthy, well-maintained yard. One of the most common maintenance tasks is replacing the mower belt. Over time, belts can wear ...

Autoblog may receive a share from purchases made via links on this page. Pricing and availability are subject to change. Squeaky belts can be seriously annoying and potentially dangerous. It’s ...

CARS.COM — All cars have an accessory belt that drives features such as the alternator and air-conditioning compressor, and perhaps the water and power steering pumps. This belt is usually mounted ...

Unless you own a Yugo, you probably already realize that your car’s engine is a meticulously designed and engineered hunk of metal. Even so, you may not know that if one part of the engine fails, it ...

WD-40 is a great multi-purpose product, but it is not a lubricant. Spraying it on a squeaky engine belt isn't a good idea — ...

Vacuum cleaners have one job, and most do it well. But a broken roller belt will instantly cripple your vacuum and render your roller inoperable. Instead of spending money on a repair service (or a ...

Learn how to change a squeaky belt on this episode of Wrenched. Squeaky belts can be seriously annoying and potentially dangerous. It’s important to change them to keep your car up-to-date. Here’s how ...