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If the vehicle will start, it can be moved. A loose serpentine belt, depending on HOW loose it is will affect the alternator output voltage, which provides electricity for the vehicle and recharges the battery. If the alternator is not providing enough power, the engine can run off the battery until it is used up, at which point the entire vehicle loses power and shuts down.
A loose belt also affects operation of the water pump, which pushes hot coolant out of the engine block into the radiator where it can be cooled. Then engine might overheat.
The Acheiva has a spring loaded idler pulley to keep tension on the belt. A loose belt may be an indication that the idler needs to be replaced, along with the belt. I have never heard of a belt stretching enough to become loose, but if it has, it will soon break because the fibers in the belt are likely separated which weakens the belt.
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How do you change a serpentine belt on a 1992 Toyota Paseo?
This car doesn't have a serpentine belt. It has 2 drive belts.
Why does your air conditioning compressor for your car squeal when it is operating?
There can be quite a few reasons as to why the compressor is squealing when the a/c is activated. The most common cause is a loose accessory drive belt (or serpentine belt on some vehicles). Another cause is a loose or weak a/c clutch or possibly a faulty or defective compressor. Try tightening or replacing the accessory drive belt/serpentine belt. If that does not work, have compressor checked at a qualified repair facility.
What is the function of drive belt tensioner and drive belt?
A Drive Belt is used to drive accessories installed on a car engine, such as an alternator, water pump, power steering pump, air conditioner compressor, etc. Sometimes a serpentine belt could also be called a "drive belt" or "accessories belt". Some cars have a single serpentine belt running all the accessories, other cars may have two or more drive belts.
How can you tell your belts are loose on your car?
the belt will squeal at start up. most cars have a serpentine belt (only 1 belt ) which also has a belt tension er to keep the proper ten. on the belt at all times. there is no tightening required. if belt is loose replace the tension er
What is it when the car squeaks when it's given gas?
Likely a worn or loose accessory or serpentine belt. You should have them serviced/replaced as soon as you can.
How do you change serpentine belt for a 2007 Chevrolet Aveo?
Take off pass. front wheel and cover inside wheel well. i believe it is a 3/8 drive ratchet into tension pulley and push towards front of car. The belt will get loose to remove.
What belt has snapped on your car if it wont go?
serpentine belt
86 Ford Taurus serpentine belt?
Yes. This car has a Serpentine belt. Part Number-#DY5060955
Why does car squeal when heater is on after accelerating?
Usually when a car makes squealing sound after accelerating with the heater on, the serpentine belt is a little loose. It likely needs adjusting by a professional.
Is it safe to drive a car with a broken serpentine belt?
Not advised, it runs the fan and the ancillary devices, power steering, etc.
Why does a car making a squealing sound when driving through water?
Water from the road has splashed up into the engine serpentine belt causing belt slippage that makes a squealing noise. The sqealing is one of your engine assessories that use the serpentine belt to drive it.
Why does car squeal at start?
Normally this is caused by a drive belt that is loose or worn and needs replacing.
