Q. My Mazda 6 has reached 60,000 miles. Should I have a mechanic check my car’s belts or are there any other things I should be looking at? A. Depending on previous maintenance, at 60,000 miles your ...
Over-tensioning shortens not only the life of V-belts but also that of the sheaves, electric motor, and driven equipment bearings. In extreme cases, it can even bend or break a motor shaft.