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Belts and Hoses

Belts and hoses perform basic functions that keep some very complex systems going. Maintenance and replacement will keep you rolling with confidence.
Belt Warning Signs
  • The presence of frays, missing ribs,
    splits as well as frayed edges
  • Squeaks or squeals
Hose Warning Signs
  • Bulges or cracks in a hose
More
Down to basics. Belts and hoses perform basic functions that keep some very complex systems going. Maintenance and replacement will keep you rolling with confidence.
Belt Warning Signs
  • The presence of frays, missing ribs, splits as well as frayed edges
  • Squeaks or squeals
Hose Warning Signs
  • Bulges or cracks in a hose
More Warning Signs
  • Engine overheating
  • Poor air conditioner or heater performance
  • Antifreeze/coolant on the floor of the passenger compartment
  • Worn clamps
  • Hardened hoses that hold the shape of a clamp even after it's been removed
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Vehicles typically have either a single serpentine belt or multiple belts (including the Timing Belt, Drive Belt and V-Belt). Belt life varies considerably so consult you vehicle manual for the original equipment manufacturer's recommended
replacement interval.
Drive belts power the water pump, the air conditioning, power steering, and alternator among other components, so it’s very important to have your belts checked regularly. Driving a vehicle with a worn out drive belt may lead to bigger problems and more expensive repairs.
The car's water pump is the heart of the vehicle's cooling system. It circulates antifreeze/coolant throughout the radiator and the cooling system protecting the engine from overheating in the process. That's why it is essential to have your hoses checked regularly to ensure that they are in the proper condition and will not negatively impact the system.
Any of the signs listed below could indicate a leaking, clogged, corroded and/or deteriorating radiator or heating hoses. Leaking or corroded radiators, heaters and hoses can restrict coolant flow, causing poor air conditioning performance, poor heater performance and engine overheating.

Serpentine Belt

Multi-rib design provides better belt-to-pulley contact for less slippage, so it lasts longer than conventional belts and eliminates the need for "matching", It also allows "controlled slippage" in shock overload situations, such as when the A/C compressor kicks in. The transverse groove design runs cooler (up to 50°F), and dramatically reduces rib cracking, thereby increasing the life of the belt by at least 40%.

Timing Belt

The timing belt connects the crankshaft to the camshaft(s), which in turn controls the opening and closing of the engine's valves

Ribbed Drive Belt

A type of flat rubber drive belt that is used to turn multiple accessories on the front of an engine.

Radiator V-Belt

V-belts are used for driving auxiliary accessories such as alternator, water pump, air conditioning compressor and cooling fans.

Heater Hoses

Heater hoses circulate hot coolant to and from the passenger compartment heating system.

Radiator Hoses

  • Top radiator hose carries engine coolant to the radiator for temperature reduction of coolant.
  • Bottom radiator hose returns the cooled fluid to the water pump and on throughout the engine.
Pep Boys uses Dayco Molded Radiator Hoses which are constructed with knitted reinforcement and all synthetic EPDM construction. They provide the high strength and resistance to oil, mud, salt, road debris, ozone, coolant, and temperature variations that are required for OEM hose replacements.
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