Inspect And Maintain Belts And Hoses
As a motorist, you should have the basic knowledge required to inspect hoses and belts in your car. Use a flashlight for visual inspections of belts and hoses to help see all the details.
Belts
Your vehicle has a drive belt that powers components like the alternator, power steering pump, air conditioner and water pump.
Some vehicles have a timing belt that connects the driveshaft with the camshaft, but higher-end engines use a timing chain that doesn't require regular service.
Hoses
Hoses carry air and liquids through the engine.