Subaru Drive Belt Replacement

September 15th, 2024

The signature Subaru BOXER^® engine is horizontally designed to provide a sturdier gravitational balance for enhanced handling and performance. Regular maintenance of the engine, and the components found within or around, are a bit more complex due to the composition of its design. While replacing a drive belt may seem like a straightforward project to accomplish, having a Subaru-certified technician perform the task for you is a worry-free way to go.

The drive belt, also known as the serpentine belt, is how your engine sends power to the alternator and the accessories of the vehicle. This means features such as the air conditioning compressor, power steering pump, water pump, and in some vehicles, a supercharger. This one belt is driven by the crankshaft pulley and makes its way around each accessory to provide power where it is needed. The drive belt is a very sturdy component that generally lasts 50,000 miles or more, but wear and tear do take its toll eventually. This is when it's a good time to check out your vehicle's owner's manual and see if the scheduled maintenance may be approaching.

Additionally, here are several symptoms that indicate the drive belt may be failing:
-AC is weak or does not work
-Power steering failure.
-Overheating engine.
-Loss of battery voltage or the alternator is not charging the battery.
-Squeaking sounds could indicate the belt has slipped and/or causing a pulley to wobble.
-Cracked or frayed edges of the belt.
-Teeth on the belt appear worn down.

If any of these are familiar issues, it's a good time to schedule an appointment and see if a drive belt replacement service will solve the problem. You can schedule online, over the phone, or even in person here at Capitol Subaru.

Service Center at Capitol Subaru in Salem, OR

We at Capitol Subaru uphold the belief that it is Your Way on the Parkway, and we put you in the driver's seat of your experience with us. If you just need to ask some questions, get some pointers, or need advice on which step to take next, our team is happy to provide you with exemplary customer service. No matter if you are seeking to purchase OEM parts to perform your own projects, require routine maintenance, or even have an automotive repair need, our Service Center is here to help. We make reaching out to us easy, by having all the options available: scheduling an appointment online, over the phone, or heading on down to us in person at 920 Auto Group Ave NE, Salem, OR 97301. Come enjoy the unique experience here at Capitol Subaru for all your automotive needs.