Coolant, cooling system and maintenance.
Drop into any Autobahn service centre and one of our technicians can service or repair your cars cooling system.
Autobahn recommends and uses Castrol Coolants that meet or exceed manufacturer specifications..
Did you know that your local Autobahn service centre will assess and report on your cars drive belt(s)!
When a drive belt fails, the results can be catastrophic. Have one of our trained technicians assess and report on your drive belt(s) condition. At Autobahn, we carry a range of quality car drive belts and if we don’t have one to suit we’ll get one..
Critical component – Drive Belt
Your car’s engine is made up of many components, all of which work together to keep your vehicle running smoothly. One of the most important components is the drive belt. The drive belt is responsible for powering many of the engine’s accessories, such as the alternator, power steering pump, and air conditioning compressor. Without a drive belt, your car’s performance and reliability can suffer. In this blog post, we’ll explore the importance of a drive belt and what can happen when it fails.
The Importance of a Drive Belt
A drive belt is essential to the proper functioning of your car’s engine. The drive belt is responsible for transmitting power from the engine to the various accessories that require it. Without a properly functioning drive belt, these accessories may not work properly or at all, causing a variety of problems. In addition, a worn or damaged drive belt can put additional strain on other engine components, leading to further damage. One of the most important aspects of a drive belt is its durability. A well-made drive belt can last for tens of thousands of miles, providing reliable service throughout its lifespan. Materials, such as neoprene and Kevlar, can help ensure that the drive belt is resistant to wear and tear, as well as heat and chemical damage.
What happens when a drive belt fails?
When a drive belt fails, the results can be catastrophic. Without a functioning drive belt, the various engine accessories that rely on it will no longer work. This can include the alternator, which is responsible for charging the battery and powering the electrical systems in your car. If the alternator stops working, your car’s battery will quickly run down, leaving you stranded. The power steering pump may also fail, making it difficult or impossible to steer your car. The air conditioning compressor may stop working, leaving you without cool air on a hot day.
In addition to these immediate problems, a failed drive belt can cause further damage to your car’s engine. For example, if the water pump is powered by the drive belt and it fails, the engine may overheat, leading to serious damage. If the drive belt breaks and gets tangled up in the engine, it can cause damage to other components, such as the timing belt or even the engine block itself.
Conclusion;
In conclusion, a drive belt is an essential component of your car’s engine. Without a properly functioning drive belt, your car’s performance and reliability can suffer, and you may experience a variety of problems, from a dead battery to a damaged engine. By choosing a well-made drive belt and replacing it as needed, you can help ensure that your car runs smoothly and reliably for years to come.
Drop into any Autobahn service centre and one of our technicians will assess and report on your cars drive belt(s) condition.
At Autobahn, we carry a range of quality drive belts and if we don’t have one to suit we’ll get one..
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The importance of using the correct oil!
Drop into any Autobahn service centre and one of our technicians can advise you on the correct oil and servicing schedule.
Autobahn recommends and uses Castrol Oils that meet or exceed manufacturer specifications..
Servicing and diagnosing worn constant velocity joints
Did you know that your local Autobahn service centre can inspect and diagnose your cars constant velocity (CV/Drive-shafts) joints!
Constant velocity (CV) joints on cars is an important component of the vehicle’s drivetrain. CV joints are crucial components that allow the driveshaft to transmit power to the wheels while accommodating the up-and-down motion of the suspension.
