Snake in the Engine (Serpentine Belt)

March 12, 2023

There's a belt that snakes through your engine. It's even named for a snake, the serpentine belt. It'll bite you when it breaks, possibly leaving you stranded. So, it's good to know a little about this snake-like belt. In early engines, there were lots of belts. They were used to convert the r... More

Automotive Tips from Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Grove City: Serpentine Belt Tensioner

July 25, 2017

The serpentine belt tensioner applies pressure to the serpentine belt, maintaining optimal tension to drive the accessories like the alternator and A/C compressor. At Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Grove City we know that the service life of the belt tensioner is the same as the belt itself, so... More

Automotive Tips from Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Grove City: Serpentine Belt System Wear

June 25, 2017

The primary job of the serpentine belt for Grove City drivers is to provide important traction to spin the accessories. As the belt wears it loses some of its grip and the accessories may not spin at optimal speeds. For example, if your alternator doesnt spin fast enough, the battery will not com... More