Automotive Tips from Tuffy South Fort Myers: Serpentine Belt Tensioner
April 16, 2023
The serpentine belt tensioner applies pressure to the serpentine belt, maintaining optimal tension to drive the accessories like the alternator and A/C compressor. At Tuffy South Fort Myers we know that the service life of the belt tensioner is the same as the belt itself, so they should always b... More
Automotive Tips from Tuffy South Fort Myers: Serpentine Belt System Wear
June 2, 2021
The primary job of the serpentine belt for Fort Myers drivers is to provide important traction to spin the accessories. As the belt wears it loses some of its grip and the accessories may not spin at optimal speeds. For example, if your alternator doesnt spin fast enough, the battery will not com... More