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Differences between service belt and timing belt

Model: (Various brands) Various
Part: Timing belt

The service belt, also called "multigroove" due to its construction in contact with the mechanisms, is used to control the services, therefore the alternator, the power steering, the air conditioning, the water pump. If it breaks, the alternator will not charge the battery, the air conditioning, power steering, etc. will not work. It is usually positioned in the outermost part. Replacement is simple and fairly inexpensive. Replacing the timing belt is another thing, however, it is done at high mileage and serves to synchronize two main parts of the engine, the cylinder head and the block. If the belt slips, the car stops, and in the worst case, a problem occurs and the engine is damaged. This belt is notched internally, and closed inside a protective casing. Replacing it is laborious, because you have to disassemble many components, and if it wears out, you don't see it like the other one, but it can cause very serious damage.


Posted on 10 September 2024 by ScegliAuto



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