The power system of a car is like a beating heart, and an indispensable part of it is all kinds of transmission belts. Today we discuss three types of key belts-generator belts, air conditioning belts and timing belts 11, to help car owners better understand their importance and maintenance methods.

First, let's talk about the generator belt. Its main task is to drive engine accessories such as the alternator and water pump to charge the battery and support the cooling cycle. High-quality generator belts are usually made of durable rubber materials and have precise tooth design to ensure efficient power transmission. When purchasing, pay attention to observe whether the surface is smooth and there are no obvious cracks or signs of aging.

Next, let's talk about the air conditioner belt. This component directly affects the cooling effect in the car. If it is found that the air-conditioning is insufficient or even completely failed during driving in high temperature weather in summer, it is likely that there is a problem with the connection part of the air-conditioning compressor. It is important to regularly check the area for looseness; care should also be taken to clean any dust particles that may accumulate around the area so as not to impede normal operational efficiency.

Finally, I have to mention the crucial Timing Belt 11(Timing Belt). It is the link to ensure that the piston crankshaft and other related components inside the engine work accurately in accordance with the predetermined sequence. As the odometer numbers continue to climb, this seemingly insignificant but significant little object will gradually wear out until the risk of breaking increases. It is therefore recommended to conduct a comprehensive assessment every 50,000km or so and to implement the replacement procedure in strict accordance with the instruction manual provided by the manufacturer.

For friends with certain practical ability, it is not difficult to complete some basic maintenance by themselves. For example, illuminate the inside of the engine compartment by flashlight to carefully find out whether there is any abnormal noise generation position; Using a screwdriver to adjust the tightening degree to reach the standard range, etc. are all learning opportunities worth trying.

Of course, there are also many problems that are easy to ignore but extremely fatal in actual maintenance. For example, some people think that as long as it looks good, it can continue to be used for a long time, but in fact it is close to the edge of the limit value and may fail at any time. There are also some people who did not follow the correct tension adjustment principle in the installation process, resulting in increased hidden dangers and so on, which belong to the common misunderstanding category and must be corrected and overcome.

In the long run, insisting on doing all regular inspections on time can not only significantly reduce the probability of emergencies, but also significantly save maintenance costs. After all, early prevention is always much more economical than the expensive repair costs afterwards, isn't it?