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VIDEO: Belt Tension In Hybrids

Even though the technology has advanced, belt tension is still important.

Counterman Staff
By Counterman Staff
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The belt alternator starter found in some stop/start vehicles is made up of many components, including a battery pack and AC/DC motor. There also are electronics built into the system that send power from the generator to the vehicle’s conventional battery, and there’s an engine accessory drive.

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Even though the technology has advanced, belt tension is still important. Stop/start magnifies that activity at every red light. Belt tension, to either extreme, causes several issues.

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