Belts & Hoses Replacements, Repair & Maintenance in Litchfield County, CT

There are belts and hoses all throughout your car. Drive belts and timing belts are the two that you’re going to hear come out of your mechanic’s mouth the most.

However, there are belts that have an effect on almost every system in your vehicle. The hose that you’re going to hear mentioned the most will likely be the radiator hose.

Why Auto Belts & Hoses Are So Important

If your belts and hoses are not doing their job, then your car is definitely going to let you know. With mileage, your belts will wear down and eventually break off and your hoses will get old and begin to crack and cause leaks. Without them all in proper working order, you may feel as though your car has forsaken you but the reality is, you’ve neglected your car and it’s crucial maintenance. Don’t worry, though. Bear Auto Performance and Repair in Litchfield County, CT can get everything in working order again and your car and you can get back to liking one another. Bear cares.

Timing Belt Replacement

Not all cars have a timing belt, but if yours does you want to maintain them. It’s wise to have your mechanic check them out when you take your car for an oil change so that you are heading off a problem before it begins. If by chance, your timing belt does go bad there are a few signs you can be on the lookout for. Your timing belt is attached to the motor via the crankshaft and the camshaft. All these parts work together to send gas into your motor and then emit the burned gases through your exhaust. If the timing belt is eroding you may begin to hear a ticking sound coming from inside of the engine. This is your car’s warning to you that you need to get to a mechanic soon. If the timing belt has snapped then you’re not going to be able to start your car and you will need tow service. Additional symptoms of a bad timing belt will be if your car misfires or you can see oil collecting on the ground toward the area of the front of the motor. Contact Bear Auto Performance and Repair in Connecticut for quick and efficient service on your vehicle.

Heater Hose Replacement

One of the first signs of a heater hose going bad is visible cracks on the hose. The hose will change in color and appear to be extremely dry. The higher your mileage, the more worn your hoses are going to get. It is wise to monitor these hoses when you get oil changes in order to avoid a leak. If the hose begins to leak, you will see a pool of coolant on the ground after you have parked. Once the leaks begin, your coolant will pull from your radiator and leave it empty which will result in your engine overheating. If you continue to drive when your car is hot, you are risking cracking the block. You should pull over immediately and have your vehicle towed to your mechanic.

Radiator Hose Replacement

If the radiator hose is in need of being replaced, you will notice that the same pool of green fluid on the ground after you have parked. Your radiator will be drained quickly, especially if it’s a hot day. This will cause your engine temperature to rise and your car will overheat. If you know that you’re having a problem with your hose, keep either coolant or jugs of water in your vehicle to make sure that if your engine’s temperature rises, you can pull over and wait for it to cool and then fill the radiator and the reserve again. It’s not advisable to do this for too long. You should get your car to a mechanic as soon as possible. In Connecticut, Bear Auto Performance and Repair offers discounts to senior citizens, first responders, and on lease returns. They have competitive pricing and they will help you get your car back on the road and running smoothly.

Serpentine Belt Replacement

If your serpentine belt has gone bad, it will cause your air conditioning to stop work and eventually your power steering will fail as well. There will be a very annoying squealing that will come from the front end of your vehicle. Your engine can overheat as a result as well. The serpentine belt powers the water pump. If your serpentine belt breaks completely, your car is going to break down and you will need to call for tow service. This is another point that you can request your mechanic inspect when you get your oil changed in order to avoid and problems in the future.