Auxiliary belt replacement
The auxiliary belt (the serpentine or poly-V belt) drives the alternator, the air-conditioning compressor and, on many cars, the power-steering pump or the water pump. Signs of wear are a squeal at start-up or when the air conditioning comes on, cracks and frayed edges. The pulleys and the tensioner are checked with it. It isn't the timing belt, which keeps the engine in time and has its own interval.
- Typical duration
- 1 h
- How often
- At the interval in the service book, or when it is cracked or noisy. Many drivers replace it with the timing belt.
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Find a repair shopFrequently asked questions
How long does an auxiliary belt replacement take?
Usually around 1 h. The actual time depends on the car and the shop's schedule.
How often is an auxiliary belt replacement needed?
At the interval in the service book, or when it is cracked or noisy. Many drivers replace it with the timing belt.
How do I book through CariX?
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Other services
- Car service
- Brake pad replacement
- Brake disc replacement
- Timing belt replacement
- Clutch replacement
- Seasonal tyre change
- Wheel alignment and balancing
- Car battery replacement
- Computer diagnostics
- Car AC recharge
- Shock absorber replacement
- Catalytic converter replacement
- ITP (periodic roadworthiness test)
- Puncture repair
- Alternator replacement
- Car wash
- Car detailing
- Car towing
- Tyre storage
- Bodywork and paint
- Windscreen repair and replacement
- Engine oil change
- Spark plug replacement
- Brake fluid change
- Diesel particulate filter (DPF) cleaning
- Injector reconditioning
- Turbocharger repair
- Automatic gearbox oil change
- Starter motor repair
- Radiator and cooling repair
- LPG conversion
- Car keys
- Wheel refurbishment
- Headlight restoration
- Paintless dent repair (PDR)
- Hybrid and electric car service
- Pre-purchase car inspection
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