Working as a General Motors and ASE Master Technician, teaching automotive technology and being involved in the auto repair industry for over 50 years, I saw how two, three or more “V”-drive belts ...

The serpentine belt (also known as the accessories belt) in your Toyota Tacoma is drove by the main pulley in the head of the crankshaft. It is used to drive auxiliary systems like the alternator, ...

Whether or not you can adjust or replace a belt yourself depends on the type of belt(s) you have. On most modern vehicles, a single, long, flat belt called a serpentine multiaccessory drive belt (see ...

Zak is new to the CarBuzz team, working as a freelance content writer. When Zak isn't writing How To articles for CarBuzz he's working as a high school automotive technology instructor. Before ...

In 1999, I purchased a 2000 Chevrolet Silverado pickup. I bought it because, at that time, styles were changing, and I didn’t want to drive something that looked like a semi. It was a good purchase. I ...

Keeping your lawn mower in optimal condition is crucial for maintaining a healthy, well-maintained yard. One of the most common maintenance tasks is replacing the mower belt. Over time, belts can wear ...

Q. The Toyota dealer recommends (the expensive) replacement of the timing belt at 60,000 miles. The owner’s manual recommends replacing it at 90,000 miles and then only if driving under special ...

Q: My wife and I own a 2003 Infiniti G35 coupe. The vehicle has 15,400 miles; driven regularly for short trips and well maintained at the Infiniti dealership. I am concerned about the timing belt that ...