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 ...

Few things are more frustrating than starting your mower only to find it dragging, slipping, or cutting unevenly. In many cases, a worn drive belt is the culprit. This is what transfers power from the ...

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, ...

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 ...

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 ...

Q: I had my 2010 Hyundai Elantra in for recall repairs yesterday and while those were completed, the employee said that I should think about having the timing belt replaced for $670. I have only ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

So, I bought a motorcycle, a nice small starter one. 1983 Honda CM250C. Lots of fun. It, however, (unlike most other Hondas) has a drive belt. Or rather, HAD a drive belt. Until a half hour ago when I ...