Gates has introduced its new system repair initiative, Be System Smart, an approach to automotive maintenance that focuses on making complete system repairs.
Be System Smart is Gates’ call to installers and consumers to change their mindset to think holistically about their vehicle’s systems. When components wear, they put the entire system at risk. Serpentine belts should be replaced in conjunction with tensioners to ensure a complete system repair.
Failure of a vehicles serpentine belt drive system can lead to expensive engine repairs. The best way to prevent this is to remember to start inspecting the serpentine system at 100,000 km and replace critical components by 150,000 km. These new intervals will be known as I-100 and R-150.
Belt drive components are wear parts, not hard parts. Gates has all the required components for a complete serpentine system replacement. Be system smart and repair the full serpentine system, and not just a single part, to avoid breakdowns. Including:
Smoothly connects the belt to the system. Worn pulleys can misalign and cause system damage.
Transfers power from the belt to the alternator, keeping the battery charged. Wear is a common cause of charging problems.
Powers many key components like the alternator and air conditioner compressor. Just 5% wear can negatively affect performance.
Maintains consistent tension on the belt. A loss of tension can create noise and heat, leading to premature belt failure.
Crankshaft pulley with a rubber damping element to absorb vibrations from the crankshaft and extend the lifespan of the crankshaft, the multi-ribbed belt and all belt-driven components.
It is important to remember that vehicle engine parts materials have advances in durability as well as performance and replacement intervals have lengthened. Making sure that drivers and automotive technicians understand when to perform vital preventative maintenance is key to extending the life of vehicles. Remember to think: I-100 and R-150.
The Gates brand of serpentine system replacement parts is trusted by vehicle manufacturers, recommended by quality mechanics and relied on by motorists. Be sure to use Gates parts when it’s time for replacement.
To learn more on the Be System Smart initiative, visit www.GatesAustralia.com.au/systemsmart
