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a serpentine belt runs the alternator and the more stuff you have running (heat, lights, radio) it causes the alternator to have to have the belt run faster to supply power to the things that are running. if your belt is loose or worn, it will slip and cannot provide the amount circulation needed for the alternator to produce enough sustainable power to run everything at once. the belt itself runs several components, and if the Power Steering goes out as well, then most likely that you have a bad belt. you can always try tightening it with the idler pulley. but if the belt is too worn or stretched, then i recommend just getting a new belt entirely. cheap fix really.
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Is an alternator serpentine belt the same as a serpentine belt?
If the alternator belt is the same belt as the other accessories, yes.
What is the serpentine belt for a 2001 Mitsubishi Galant?
it is the belt by the alternator belt
Are the serpentine belt and alternator part of the same system?
In the newer vehicles the serpentine belt drives all the pumps, compressor and the alternator on the engine.
Is alternator belt different from timing belt?
Yes, I know of no engine where the alternator is driven by the cam belt. The alternator is driven by a drive belt or serpentine belt.
Can replacing the serpentine belt damage the transmission on a 2002 Ford Taurus?
No. The serpentine belt controls A/C, alternator, water pump, power steering pump, and that is it. And if the belt is replaced properly, it will not cause damage to anything.
Where is the Alternator in a 99 Chrysler Sebring?
The alternator is driven by the serpentine belt. Follow the belt around the engine and you will find the alternator.
There is a squeal coming from the alternator Is this an alternator problem or serpentine belt problem tightening problem or a pulley bearing?
Remove the serpentine belt and check the belt and pulleys for damage. While the belt is off, turn the alternator by hand listening for the noise.
Is a timing belt the same as a serpentine belt?
No the timing belt drives the camshaft. A serpentine belt drives accessories such as alternator, power steering and ac.
Can a belt moving to slow cause the battery to drain?
If it is the belt that drives the alternator, then yes. In many cars, the serpentine belt (the huge, long belt that most think is the "belt" in their car) drives the alternator, and so if it's loose or slipping, will cause the alternator to run sporadically, which will result in a battery that doesn't retain a charge like it should.
How do you remove the belt tensioner in a 2000 Cavalier?
Remove the serpentine belt and remove the alternator. The belt tensioner bolts are under the alternator.
Change power steering belt and alternator belt 2002 Mitsubishi montero sport?
The power steering unit and the alternator are both driven by the serpentine belt. Loosen the tensioner pulley and the serpentine belt will become loose. Put the new serpentine belt on and tighten the tensioner pulley.
How do you lift the Alternator and tighten when the belt is already on a 2001 Taurus?
Serpentine belt? You may have to remove to tighten alternator
