Posts Tagged ‘Belts’
Serpentine Belt
I was told I need a new serpentine belt, but I don’t see any cracks in it. Does it really need to be replaced? We appreciate your concern. Old-style neoprene belts would crack with age, making it pretty obvious when they needed to be replaced. Nowadays, serpentine belts are made from a different material that…
Read MoreBattery Replacement–When Should I Do It?
That’s a good question! All batteries wear out and need to be replaced – but some are replaced before their time. Look, if your battery is dying and you need a jump-start, it could very well be that you have a bad battery. But drivers should have Douglas Automotive Repair test the battery first to…
Read MoreGetting Your Car Ready for College
Students are busy preparing for college and the last thing on their list – if it makes the list at all – is checking out the condition of the car they will take to school. The expectation may be that parents handle the routine auto maintenance, but regardless of who does it, a thorough check-up…
Read MoreReplace Your Vehicle’s Belts, Hoses Regularly
Losing a belt today can mean big trouble for the engine because serpentine belts are used on most engines to turn the water pump, alternator, power steering and air-conditioning compressor. If a belt snaps, everything is lost and you may be stranded. Older cars use individual V-belts for these various accessories. A blown hose could…
Read MoreIs Your Vehicle’s Cooling System Under The Weather?
It doesn’t cough or wheeze but there are telltale signs that your vehicle’s cooling system is under the weather. The most noticeable symptoms are overheating, leaks, a sweet smell of antifreeze and repeatedly needing to add coolant. A fairly common household disaster is flooding of the laundry area due to a split hose on a…
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