Are Gates serpentine belts any good?

The Gates serpentine belt is a heavy-duty belt with praiseworthy quality and resistance. It's resistant to heat and cracks, and it's thicker than most OEM belts.

What is serpentine belt?

A serpentine belt is a single, used to drive multiple peripheral devices in an automotive engine, such as an alternator, power steering pump, water pump, air conditioning compressor, and more. It's a very essential component of your vehicle.

Can I drive my car if the serpentine belt is broken?

You can drive for a short distance with a broken serpentine belt, however, there are two major items to look out for one is your temperature gauge. As if the water pump is not pumping you will overheat, secondly, the battery light will come on as the alternator is unable to spin.

What happens if your drive belt fails?

This can lead to a sudden lost of power assist for the steering system, leading to the steering wheel all-of-a-sudden becoming very hard to turn.

Will a broken serpentine belt destroy my engine?

A faulty belt can cause the car engine to overheat as the water pump will not turn. As soon as the engine begins to overheat, have it inspected by a mechanic as it can cause a breakdown and cause engine damage if left to overheat