The precursor of generator belt replacement, the symptom that generator belt is too tight and too loose

Symptoms of generator belt being too tight and too loose

Too tight: 1. The belt is stuck and needs more horsepower to turn; 2. It will lead to large radial load of motor shaft and easy fatigue; 3, affecting the service life of the belt; 4. It is easy to damage the engine bearing.

Too loose: 1. Slipping phenomenon and abnormal sound; 2. The premature wear of belt will affect the service life of belt; 3, resulting in insufficient charging of the battery by the engine, affecting the service life of the battery; 4. Engine jitter, insufficient power, high fuel consumption and high water temperature may occur.

Precursor of generator belt replacement

1. When the generator belt is running and sent out.

This is because the engine belt is too loose or the installation position is uncertain. If there is sliding noise, it is best to check it in time.

2. The generator belt is cracked, cracked and peeled off.

This is because the installation position is wrong, the stress is uneven or corroded, or because the engine belt has been used for too long and aged and hardened.

3. When the service life of the generator belt is nearly 2 years, or when driving 60,000 kilometers.

Generally, the service life of engine belt is 2 years or 60,000 kilometers. If it exceeds the specified service life, it needs to be replaced. Never wait until it is broken before replacing it. It is easy to be in danger.

What happens when the generator belt breaks?

If the generator belt breaks when the car is running, the car may lose power instantly. If the safety distance of the vehicles behind is insufficient, traffic accidents will easily occur, especially on the expressway.

Therefore, it is necessary to regularly check the engine belt, generator belt, water pump belt, air conditioning compressor belt, timing belt and other parts of the car to ensure that all parts of the car work in good working condition.