Radiator Hoses and Belt Repair are important to maintain. Find out how!

Belts & Hoses

Did you know that sooner or later your vehicle's engine accessory drive belts and coolant hoses will dry out and crack? Over time, belts and hoses lose their ability to properly expand and contract. This can mean a lot of money spent to repair your vehicle. But American Brake and Foreign Car Service can keep you informed on the best practices for keeping your belts and hoses in the best care! While it's not necessary to have them replaced every year, we do recommend letting American Brake and Foreign Car Service check them each time we service your vehicle's oil.

Marietta Belts and Hoses Replacement Service

Most belts and hose fail from the inside out. Rubber hose (which are actually made of neoprene and other synthetic materials) deteriorate with age and exposure to heat. The hose material can become hard and brittle. Tiny cracks develop in the rubber which eventually cause the hose to split, blister or leak. Oil on the outside of coolant hose can also accelerate the breakdown of the hose material. This type of deterioration can usually be seen on the outside.

Various driving conditions can also contribute to the wear and tear of your vehicle's belts and hoses. Some of these include the age and mileage of your vehicle, the tension of your belts, hose clamp failure, contaminated oil, and electrolytic corrosion.

Symptoms that you might be having problems with your belts or hoses cam include:

Squeaking noise from under your hood
Coolant leaks
Dashboard light warnings
Failure of the air conditioning
Engine overheating

So whatever your automotive service and repair need may be, bring your vehicle to American Brake and Foreign Car Service and let our team of automotive repair professionals be of service to you.