Can you drive with a broken belt in tire?
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Can you drive with a broken belt in tire?
You should NOT drive with a broken belt in your tire. Your tire(s) could potentially have a catastrophic failure such as a tire blowout, flat tire, or tire explosion.
What happens when belt breaks in tire?
Belts break into small pieces and change the shape of the tire. The broken bits cause bumps in the tire, making it lumpy and causing a bad ride on the vehicle. When manufacturers notice broken belts in their tires, they often issue a recall.
What causes a broken tire belt?
Broken belts in tires result from defects in manufacturing, improper mounting, degraded rubber from aging, exposure to heat, ozone, debris or oversteer. Broken belts sometimes occur when a tire lacks nylon overlay safety strips.
How much does it cost to replace a tire belt?
Of course, it depends on your make and model as well as labor costs, but in general a replacement serpentine belt costs around $70-$200 (plus taxes and fees), including around $50 for the belt and around $150 for the labor.
What does a tire with a broken belt sound like?
Listen for the noise: A broken steel belt will cause the tire to make a thumping noise while driving along the highway. These noises are louder at slower speeds, as there is no wind or noise from the road to interfere. The broken belt vibrates hard on the uneven surface, causing such noises.
Can I replace a serpentine belt myself?
Serpentine belt replacement is easy because today’s automatic drive belt tensioners eliminate the need to loosen bolts or pry components into position for retensioning. Just rotate the tensioner, remove the old belt and install a new one.
How do you know if your drive belt is bad?
Symptoms of a Bad or Failing Serpentine/Drive Belt
- Squealing noise from the front of the vehicle. If you notice a squealing noise coming from the front of your vehicle, it could be from the serpentine belt.
- Power steering and AC not working.
- Engine overheating.
- Cracks and wear on the belt.
How much does a mechanic charge to replace a serpentine belt?
A typical serpentine belt start at around $25 and goes up to $75 at most. If you know some car repair basics, you could change the belt yourself, and it may save you paying labor charges somewhere between $75 and $120. All together, you’re looking at around $100 to $195 to replace your serpentine belt.