Thread: Engine: V8: - Snapped serpentine belt
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Old Dec 7th, 2018, 10:31   #6
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Upon purchasing a used Volvo, always remove the serpentine belt and inspect all pulleys by hand. Don't wait for problems to happen, this is a 10 minutes check. The alternator one also needs be inspected at the clutch https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=a_Pzmj0jxfw

If parts have been replaced just before the purchase, look carefuly for the brands used and replace any low cost brand with a quality part.

This is even more critical on the D5 engine, just like in the story above. Without exception, a failed serpentine belt on a D5 engine means the end of the engine.
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