BELTS AND HOSES

Service Overview

A cracked belt or burst hose can leave you stranded on the side of Deerfoot Trail in the middle of January, and that is a situation nobody wants. Belts and hoses power your alternator, water pump, A/C compressor, power steering pump, and cooling system. They are made of rubber, and Calgary's extreme temperature swings, from deep winter freezes to hot summer pavement, cause them to crack, harden, swell, and eventually fail. At YYC Tire & Auto on Edmonton Trail NE, we inspect belts and hoses during routine maintenance and replace them before they become a roadside emergency. Our technicians check for cracks, soft spots, leaks, glazing, and tension issues as part of every tune-up. Drivers across Northeast Calgary, including Winston Heights, Tuxedo Park, and Highland Park, count on us to catch these problems early. Replacing a worn belt is simple and affordable. Replacing an engine damaged by a broken timing belt is not.

• Serpentine belt inspection and replacement
• Timing belt inspection and replacement
• Radiator hose inspection and replacement
• Heater hose service
• Belt tensioner inspection
• Coolant system pressure testing

Signs You May Need Belts & Hoses

• Squealing or chirping noise from the engine bay at startup
• Visible cracks, fraying, or glazing on the serpentine belt
• Coolant leaking under the vehicle or near hose connections
• Engine overheating or temperature gauge running high
• Power steering feeling stiff or unresponsive
• Sweet smell of coolant coming from under the hood