OEM Vehicle Belts, Pulleys & Brackets

Your vehicle has many moving parts at work when you’re driving down the road. Where there are belts, there are pulleys and brackets to ensure that they remain in place and run smoothly.

What Belts Do

There are three overall categories of automotive belts, not including your seat belts. The timing belt is a notched belt that connects the crankshaft and camshaft, allowing valves and pistons to operate in sync. Serpentine belts work with your crank pulley, idler pulley, and tensioner to run parts like your alternator. Drive belts are most numerous, and move such parts as the water pump.

What Pulleys Do

Most pulleys are driven by the crank pulley attached to the camshaft. They power the belts that move accessories and other parts, though there are some – called tensioners -- that don’t provide power but instead ensure that the belts remain tight.

What Brackets Do

Brackets have a simple, but important, part to play. They help to align and secure items such as belts and pulleys, ensuring that they remain in place even when your vehicle is heading down the bumpiest of country roads.

How to Spot Belt, Pulley, or Bracket Issues

Automotive parts can go bad over time. Signs of this include:

• Frayed belt edges
• Cracked belt material
• Your engine stops running – a sign that your timing belt may have broken
• Loose or sagging belts
• Belts that are too tight

Buy Genuine Belts, Pulleys, and Brackets Online

Avoid problems by checking your belts, pulleys, and brackets regularly. If something does need replacing, be sure to get the right part for your model. Your manufacturer makes the only parts that are guaranteed to be compatible with your model. Shop our online catalog by make, model, and year to find the parts you need. Once your order is completed, we’ll get it shipped right out! While most orders are delivered within days, we do offer overnight shipping – so if you need your part right away, be sure to let us know!