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Timing Belt versus a Serpentine belt — What’s the difference

Timing belt versus a Serpentine Belt — Different Belts for Different Jobs People often confuse a timing belt versus a serpentine belt. They’re both belts. They both get their rotational force from the crankshaft and use that force to drive other components. But that’s where the similarities end. A serpentine belt’s primary purpose is to rotate driven components like the alternator, AC compressor, Power steering pump, etc. Those driven components don’t have to be driven in time with the crankshaft. If a serpentine belt slips, there’s no harm, no foul. … Read More

Serpentine belt versus timing belt

Serpentine belt versus timing belt — What’s the difference? They’re often confused, but there’s a huge difference between a serpentine belt versus a timing belt. A serpentine belt drives accessory components like the alternator, water pump, power steering pump, smog pump, AC compressor. It’s driven by the harmonic balancer located on the front of the engine. It is tensioned by an automatic tensioner. But a timing belt performs a completely different job; it drives the camshafts and keep them in time with the crankshaft. They’re often confused, but A timing … Read More


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