Car Care Guide - (Page 8) CARING FOR YOUR CAR Belts and Hoses TYPICAL SERVICE � QUESTIONS TO ASK � Hoses should be checked at each oil change for age hardening (or softening) by pinching. Any hose that feels rock hard or mushy is due for replacement. Leaking, visible cracks, blistering or any other visible damage on the outside of the hose would also indicate a need for replacement. The clamps should be replaced when new hoses are installed. V-belts should be replaced every three to four years or 40,000 to 50,000 miles. V-belts and serpentine belts should be checked for looseness. Replace the timing belt between 60,000 and 90,000 miles, or based on the interval specified in the owner’s manual. What’s the difference between a V-belt and a serpentine belt? Why does my aftermarket V-belt have notches? What are branched hoses and why might these be better for my vehicle? What is electrolytic corrosion and how did it get in my cooling system? � � � � � � � ARE YOU AWARE ? ACCORDING TO A RECENT SURVEY, NEARLY ONE-THIRD OF ALL CARS AND LIGHT TRUCKS HAVE BELTS OR HOSES THAT SHOULD PROBABLY BE REPLACED. 8
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