How long to replace the car generator belt？
The car generator belt is usually replaced after 60,000 to 80,000 kilometers, but the specific replacement cycle will vary due to factors such as vehicle use and road conditions.
Vehicle use and road conditions: If the vehicle is driving on the road condition is better, or the owner usually pays more attention to driving, then the service life of the generator belt may be extended. In this case, the owner can check the status of the belt when driving 60,000 to 80,000 kilometers, and if it is in good condition, it can continue to use it until it is replaced by 100,000 to 130,000 kilometers.
The aging of the belt: the generator belt, as a rubber product, will age over time. The owner can determine whether the belt needs to be replaced by observing whether there is a cracking aging phenomenon in the slot on the inside of the belt. If the belt is found to have a rough edge crack or abnormal sound, it is recommended to replace it directly.
Recommended replacement cycle for private cars: For private cars, as the frequency of use and mileage may be relatively low, the recommended replacement cycle is slightly longer at every 4 years or 60,000 km.
Extender replacement: Whether the extender needs to be replaced at the same time depends on the specific material and condition of the extender. If the tensioner wheel is made of plastic and has been worn, it is recommended to replace it with the belt. If the tensioner wheel is made of iron, and the internal pressure spring and bearing are not damaged, then there is no need to replace it prematurely.
In short, the owner should regularly check the status of the generator belt and decide whether the belt needs to be replaced according to the actual situation and the recommendations of the vehicle maintenance manual.
Can the car generator belt be broken
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The car's generator belt broke and the vehicle could not go on.
The car generator belt is usually a triangular belt that connects the engine crankshaft, the water pump and the generator. If the generator belt is broken, it will cause the pump to stop working, and then the engine antifreeze can not be circulated for cooling, which is easy to cause the car to eat the cylinder pad, and may cause the car to scratch the tile and connect the cylinder in serious cases. In addition, after the generator belt is broken, the generator can not supply power to the electrical equipment on the car, and the fuel injection system and ignition system on modern cars need to use electric energy to maintain the work. Although the battery can be temporarily powered, its power will soon run out, at which point the vehicle will not be able to start.
Therefore, once the generator belt breaks, it should be stopped in a safe place immediately, and contact professional maintenance personnel in time for maintenance.
What are the symptoms of a loose car generator belt
The symptoms of loose car generator belt mainly include weakening power, increasing fuel consumption, rising water temperature, engine jitter and so on. Here are the details:
Weakened power: When the tension of the belt is insufficient, it may not be able to transmit power effectively, resulting in a decrease in the overall power performance of the vehicle.
Increased fuel consumption: Slack in the belt will affect the efficiency of the engine, making the engine require more fuel to maintain performance during operation, resulting in increased fuel consumption.
Rising water temperature: The water pump of the cooling system may not work properly due to slack belt, making the engine water temperature rise.
Engine jitter: Slack belt may cause the engine to be unstable in operation and jitter.
Other symptoms: also include power warning light, abnormal sound in the engine compartment, starting difficulty or flame out, abnormal lights, etc.
These symptoms indicate that the slack of the generator belt has a significant impact on the performance and safety of the car, so the tension of the belt should be checked and adjusted in time or the damaged belt should be replaced.
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