![]() ![]() On many GM vehicles, the first recommended inspection is at 150,000 miles or 10 years. On most Ford vehicles, the manufacturer says to start inspecting it after 100,000 miles and then every 10,000 miles. Mercedes-Benz, for example, says to inspect the belt every two years or 20,000 miles, while Volkswagen says to check it every 40,000 miles. Most manufacturers call for periodic inspection of the belt as part of scheduled maintenance, but few list a specific replacement interval, and inspection intervals vary widely. ![]() In addition, if the belt drives the water pump, the engine could overheat. If this accessory drive belt (also called a V-belts or serpentine belts) breaks, the battery won’t get charged, the air conditioner won’t blow cold air and the power steering will go out. Most vehicles have a rubber belt on the front of the engine that drives accessories such as the air-conditioning compressor, power steering pump and alternator. ![]()
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