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Serpentine Belts

Question: How do serpentine belts work?

Answer: A Serpentine Belt is a multi-ribbed belt that powers almost everything in the front of your engine. The Serpentine Belt’s name comes from its resemblance to a snake, or serpent, in the way it wraps itself around so many different pulleys. It powers the crankshaft, which controls your engine’s pistons; power steering; alternator, which generates the electrical currents to power everything electrical in the car; air conditioner; and the water pump, just to name a few. The water pump may be the most important part powered by the Serpentine Belt. The water pump is an integral part of your engine’s cooling system. If your engine’s water pump failed, the engine could overheat and cease to operate. Older vehicles used to use several belts to drive all of your engine’s parts. Now, a single Serpentine Belt can handle all of these jobs.

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Youngstown Tire and Auto in Youngstown, PA

Youngstown Tire and Auto is a pillar of the community. Youngstown Tire and Auto is a leader in offering name brand tires, auto repairs, and mechanical services to customers in Youngstown, PA, Latrobe, PA, Greensburg, PA, and surrounding areas. Our goal is to focus on customer service. It is the foundation of our business. Youngstown Tire and Auto employs a well-trained staff specializing in mechanical work and the sale and installation of passenger car, performance, light truck, or SUV tires. Take this opportunity to browse our website or call us for personalized service.

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Phone: (724) 539-1861 • (724) 539-7520
Address: 4369 Latrobe St.
Youngstown, PA 15696

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