Exam 22: Automotive Belts

While having a discussion, Technician A says that unevenly spaced cracks on the face of a neoprene V-ribbed belt are normal. Technician B says if there are cracks, they should be replaced. Who is correct?

Used V-ribbed belts should have ____ pounds of tension per rib.

The strength of a belt is determined by the placement of its tensile cords.

All of the following statements are true EXCEPT:

Accessories are MOST-Likely driven with a belt from the:

While having a discussion, Technician A says that a glazed belt must be replaced because it will not grip the pulley tightly. Technician B says that if tension on a glazed belt is adjusted at specification, there is no need to replace it. Who is correct?

Polyester cords are stronger than the fiberglass cords found in conventional belts, but they are more fragile.

V-ribbed belts can be used in a conventional loop, but they are often installed in a ____________________ configuration.

In the earlier days of V-belts, some shops used belt dressings to help a belt to grip. Do you think there was a problem with this? Give reasons for your answer.

When adjusting a new V-belt, set the tension about ____ pounds higher than the recommended specification.

How is tension controlled in V-ribbed belts that have "locked center" drives?

What is the function of the internal damper that is found on some tensioners?

A belt that is too long can rub on a radiator hose or fuel line after tension is adjusted.

Timing belts were introduced in the 1980s.

____________________ belts are usually ribbed on one side and flat on the other.

What factors should you bear in mind when replacing a V-ribbed belt, and belt information is not available?

The spring-loaded tensioners used with ____________________ belts have a belt length variation gauge.

The rubber material in timing belts can be either high-temperature ____________________ or highly saturated nitrile (HSN).

Which of the following statements is LEAST-Likely true?

High ____________________ belts are stronger but require more material to manufacture.