Toyota 4Runner Drive Belt Noise Creates Driver Tension
Some Toyota 4Runner drivers may complain of a “squealing” or “chirping” sound from the accessory drive belt when the engine is first started. An improved auto tensioner assembly, flange bolt, V-rib belt and service procedure have been developed to correct the condition.
Tech Tip: Chrysler Van’s Accessory Drive Belt Squeals
If a customer’s 2001 Caravan, Town & Country or Voyager has an accessory drive belt that squeals or jumps off the pulleys, check for water that may be leaking from the wiper module drain tube connector and dripping onto the accessory drive belt. In colder climates, ice can form on the accessory drive belt and may cause the belt to jump off the pulleys when the vehicle is started. Locate the wiper module drain tube near the top of the right strut tower. With the hood open, direct water into the ….
Tech Tip: Mercedes-Benz A/C Compressor Drive Belt Noise
If you receive customer reports in the affected vehicles listed below of noises at the refrigerant compressor, the cause could be a defective belt pulley or belt pulley bearing. The pulley and pulley bearing can be diagnosed and replaced with the compressor still installed in the vehicle by following the below procedures ….
Tech Tip: When to Change the Automatic Drive Belt Tensioner
While CARDONE water pumps, alternators, smog pumps and power steering pumps all do different jobs, they all have one thing in common: they are belt-driven. Without a properly functioning belt-drive system, these units can’t work as designed. Most late-model vehicles use an automatic belt-tensioning device of some design.
Resetting the Belt Drive System
In this video, we cover what it takes to reset the belt drive system.
Litens Brings Awareness to Proper Belt Drive System Maintenance
Campaign explains system significance and what neglecting maintenance means.
Litens Aftermarket Adds New SKUs to Belt Drive Portfolio
18 new SKUs were added to its product line.
Belt-Driven Starter Generator Systems (VIDEO)
Fuel efficiency meets power with belt-driven starter generator systems. Sponsored by The Group Training Academy.
VIDEO: A/C Compressor Replacement On Belt Drive Restoration
If the belt is not serviced with the compressor, the belt and tensioner could fail. This video is sponsored by Litens.
VIDEO: What Is A Torsional Vibration In The Belt Drive And Pulley System?
Andrew Markel covers how the movement of the pistons create torsional vibrations in the belt drive system. These small changes in the speed of the crankshaft can cause vibration in the alternator and belt drive system. If the vibration goes unchecked, it could lead to belt wear and component failure. Sponsored by Litens.
