FAQs
Some vehicles have the serpentine belt diagram located on a decal somewhere in the engine compartment. But if your car does not have a decal, you can easily look up the diagram in a repair manual or repair database. Another option is to take a photo of the old belt before removal.
How do I know if my serpentine belt is tight enough? ›
Pinch that point between your index finger and thumb and move it back and forth. The belt should have about a half an inch of play when at the appropriate tightness. If there is less than a half an inch, the belt will need to be loosened, if there is more, it will need to be tightened.
What is the engine problem with the 2008 Buick Enclave? ›
2008 Buick Enclave Engine Problems
There were several complaints about the engine. In some cases, the timing chains became stretched and loose, leading to stalling, rattling on startup, and even a blown engine if the timing chain broke.
What controls the serpentine belt? ›
Somewhere along the path of the serpentine belt, you'll find a serpentine belt tensioner, which works to keep the belt taut as it dispenses power to the various vital systems in your engine block.
Where is the drive belt diagram? ›
A: Commonly a belt routing diagram sticker is on the underside of the hood or in the engine compartment. If there is no diagram, make a sketch of the belt and pulleys before removing the belt. This will help you re-route the new belt correctly.
How do I find my serpentine belt number? ›
This industry standard number, frequently denoted as the “PK” number, is printed next to the manufacturer's part number on almost every serpentine belt produced, and can be seen in the examples below. WHAT IS A “PK” NUMBER? A “PK” number is a worldwide standard metric belt measurement printed on most serpentine belts.
Can you over tension a serpentine belt? ›
Excessive Wear: A serpentine belt that is too tight can cause excessive wear on the belt and other components, leading to premature failure. The added tension can cause the rubber on the belt to wear down more quickly, which can cause the belt to crack or break.
How do you tighten a serpentine belt without a tensioner? ›
Use a piece of wood as a pry bar to increase the tension on the belt.
- Place enough force on the pry bar to pull the drive belt until it is tight over the alternator pulley.
- Choose the area of the engine you pry against carefully to ensure you do not crush any coolant lines or electrical connections.
Buick Enclave Reliability and Common Problems
- The Buick Enclave has received low to average reliability scores, with a reliability rating of 3.0 out of 5.0 from RepairPal.
- Some of the top Buick Enclave problems include issues with the transmission, engine trouble, and power steering problems.
So, then, how long will a Buick Enclave last with proper maintenance? It would not be unrealistic to expect to get 200,000 miles out of this automobile.
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2008-2017 Buick Enclave and 2013-2017 Chevrolet Traverse vehicles. The driver's air bag inflator may explode during deployment, due to a manufacturing defect.
What is the difference between a belt tensioner and a serpentine belt? ›
Serpentine belts don't require tension adjustment. Instead, a spring-loaded or hydraulic tensioner has a pulley that leans against the belt. In addition to the pulley on the tensioner, there may be another idler pulley that routes the belt.
What runs off the serpentine belt? ›
The serpentine belt is a long rubber belt that transports power to the engine accessories—the alternator, power steering pump, air conditioning compressor and (sometimes) the water pump.
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Excessive cracking is usually caused by old age. Serpentine belts stretch with age and use; as time goes on, the rubber becomes dryer and less pliable making cr...
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You can find the correct size of serpentine belt for your car in the owner's manual or by using an online belt sizing tool. If you are unsure about the size of the serpentine belt you need, it is best to consult a mechanic or an auto parts store.
Where to find routing information to replace drive belt? ›
Most vehicles nowadays usually have a belt routing sticker located somewhere in the engine compartment, making it even easier.
How do you check serpentine belt alignment? ›
Place the target tool (the other part of the laser alignment tool) on the pulley that needs to be checked. Rotate the target pulley and observe if the laser is shining on the target. The laser should meet the target tool right on the dedicated center marking. This indicates a properly aligned pulley.
Do you need to replace the tensioner when replacing a serpentine belt? ›
You can replace only the pulley, or you can buy a new tensioner with a new pulley attached, or you can buy a kit with a new belt, tensioner/pulley, and idler pulley if there is one, and do it all.
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