Belts and Hoses

There are many moving parts at work in your car, SUV, van, or truck, and each relies on belts, hoses, or both to help them perform their very best.

There are three types of belts that help parts operate. The first is your timing belt, which helps the crankshaft turn the camshaft. If your Toyota is a newer model, it may feature a timing chain instead.

Serpentine belts work with the tensioner, idler pulley, and crank pulley to run parts such as the power steering and alternator. Drive belts are more numerous. They run off the crank pulley to operate the water pump, radiator fan, and other parts.

If your serpentine belt fails, you'll know almost immediately as your engine will quit running. A timing chain, on the other hand, should last for your engine's lifetime. When a serpentine belt or drive belt goes bad, you'll generally have some time to address the problem before it magnifies.

Hoses are responsible for routing fluid to and from parts and systems that need cooling or lubrication. Your radiator and engine are examples of two such parts.

Learn the Signs of Failing Belts and Hoses

Check your belts and hoses regularly for signs of trouble. They include:

• Loose or slack belts
• Belts that are overly tight
• Frayed belt edges
• Cracked hoses
• Large puddles of liquid under your vehicle

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