Belts and Hoses Service in Indianapolis, IN

Here at Tom O’Brien Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram – Indianapolis, we are your go-to repair shop for all things belts and hoses! Whether it is a problem with your timing or serpentine belt, or hoses, our certified technicians are ready to repair any issues. Schedule a Service Appointment with us in Indianapolis, IN today!

Timing Belt

A timing belt is a rubber belt with small teeth that helps the engine operate by linking up the crankshaft with the camshaft. Connecting these two helps the two assemblies in sync, this way, the valve opens and closes at the right time.

Since the timing belt is made out of rubber, it will wear and tear over time. When the engine gets extremely hot, the belt may lose some of its texture and strength which may result in a snapped belt. Another reason the timing belt may break is because of water pump seizing caused by a lack of coolant.

Signs It May Be Time To Replace Your Timing Belt

• Ticking noise coming from the engine. When your timing belt has worn down, it will start to affect your engines timing. This sound could also indicate low oil pressure, which in turn affect the timing belt.
• You Hear Squealing Sounds. Screeching or squealing sounds while accelerating, braking, or idling may indicate an issue with your timing belt.
• RPM Between 2000-4000. An RPM between this range could be failing because the timing belt is loose or breaking down from wear and tear.

Serpentine Belt

The serpentine, or the driver belt, is a very essential part in your engine’s assembly. The Serpentine belt is one long, winding belt that keeps the alternator, power steering pump and air conditioner running smoothly. Serpentine belts are built to last a long time, typically, a belt lasts between 60,000-100,000 miles. Some signs that your serpentine belt may ne to be replaced are: a chirp or squeal coming from the engine, the check engine light comes on, or any sort of system performance loss, such as your power steering has failed or your engine just stops.

Purposes of Hoses

Hoses carries a wide variety of fluids throughout the vehicle, including fuel, coolant, and transmission fluid. The hoses can also carry gasses like refrigerant within the cooling system. All hoses should be checked every 3 months, or with every oil change. All of our certified technicians look for swelling, softness, or crack on all of the hoses.

Signs of a Bad Radiator Hose

• Leaking Coolant
• Engine Overheating
• Broken or Separated Hoses
• Low Coolant Light on Dashboard