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Understanding Belt-In-Oil Timing Systems

Oil contamination of the belt drive has been a death sentence, due to the rubber and fiber construction of the belt.

Accessory Drive Belt Service and Science (VIDEO)

Accessory drive belts are not generic. This video is sponsored by Litens.

What Causes Belt Wear Acceleration? (VIDEO)

Any misalignment in the system can accelerate belt wear. This video is sponsored by The Group Training Academy.

VIDEO: Inspecting The Serpentine Belt

Replacing the belt rarely stops the noise on its own. This video is sponsored by The Group Training Academy.

Curing Belt Squeal

Here are five techniques you can use to solve belt noise problems.

Belt Tension And Friction Levels (VIDEO)

Belt tension creates friction between the belt and the pulleys. This video is sponsored by Litens.

Getting The Longest Life From Serpentine Belts

The serpentine drive belt system is actually made up of a set of sub-systems, designed to work in concert with one another.

VIDEO: Belt Inspection

Noise is the first sign that more components than just the belt need attention. This video is sponsored by Continental.

VIDEO: Belt Length Matters

There is no such thing as “close enough” when it comes to belt length. This video is sponsored by Continental.

VIDEO: Mileage, Age And Conditions Matter For Belt Replacement

Always first diagnose why the belt needs to be replaced. This video is sponsored by Continental.

VIDEO: Power Steering Pump Replacement And Belt Drive Service

It’s critical the pulley is in alignment and the belt is not contaminated. This video is sponsored by Litens.

How Belts, Tensioners And Misfires Are Connected

Modern crankshaft position sensors measure more than the position of the crankshaft.