Exposure to heat, vibration and contamination makes belts and hoses wear out faster than any other components in your car. That's why regular inspections are so important. Here are the belt and hose types in your car, along with their applications.

Accessory Drive Belts

While some accessories in your car are electrically powered by the charging system, others use the engine itself as their power source. The power for these accessories is delivered by a system of pulleys and belts. Examples of these accessories are:

• Alternator

• Water Pump for engine cooling

• Power Steering Pump

• Air Conditioning Compressor

• Radiator Cooling Fan

• Many late model cars use a single serpentine belt in place of individual belts to drive these accessories.

Hoses

The hoses that convey your car's fluids are made of two rubber layers with a layer of fabric in between. Typical hoses include

• Radiator and Heater Hoses - These hoses convey coolant to the engine and heater core.

• Fuel Hose - As the name implies, this hose transports gasoline from the tank to the engine.

• Power Steering Hose - It connects the power steering pump to the steering gear.

CAR & TRUCK TIMING BELT 

Your timing belt is integral to the safety and reliability of your vehicle. So if you've clocked enough distance to warrant a timing belt replacement, it's in your best interest to have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible. At Automotive Specialty Services, we offer dependable timing belt replacement services for a wide variety of makes and models.

At Automotive Specialty Services, we pride ourselves on performing reliable auto repair and maintenance work. When you come to us to have your timing belt replaced, we'll approach the task with the utmost attention to detail. Our goal is to not just meet, but exceed your expectations. And we work hard to keep our rates reasonable without ever compromising on quality or service.

Don't trust your vehicle to just anyone. At UNITED AUTO GROUP, we're dedicated to your satisfaction. Call or visit our auto center today to have your timing belt replaced.

Radiator & Coolant Hoses

Radiator and coolant hoses are vital to keep your engine from overheating. With time and use, hoses become brittle and weak. Don't wait for a failed radiator or coolant hose to leave you stranded.

  Coolant System Components:

Cooling hoses should be replaced every 5 years or 100,000 miles.