Drive Belt replacement & repair made easy

Car	Franchise Dealer estimate	Independent Garage estimate	ClickMechanic	Saving
Car2012 Mercedes-Benz R-Class	Franchise Dealer Est.£205 - £236	Independent Garage Est.£124 - £137	ClickMechanic Est.£124 - £138	Saving40%
Car2005 Audi A4	Franchise Dealer Est.£153 - £169	Independent Garage Est.£100 - £110	ClickMechanic Est.£100 - £111	Saving34%
Car2009 Ssangyong Rodius	Franchise Dealer Est.£356 - £393	Independent Garage Est.£281 - £310	ClickMechanic Est.£281 - £311	Saving21%
Car2009 SEAT Altea	Franchise Dealer Est.£121 - £133	Independent Garage Est.£87 - £96	ClickMechanic Est.£87 - £96	Saving27%
Car2009 Skoda Fabia	Franchise Dealer Est.£128 - £141	Independent Garage Est.£87 - £96	ClickMechanic Est.£88 - £97	Saving31%

Want to learn more about Drive Belt replacements?

Read our short guide with information on costs, symptoms and more.

What is an auxiliary drive belt?

The auxiliary drive belt or serpentine belt drives the range of ancillary components used by the vehicle, which can include the alternator, power steering, air conditioning compressor, water pump and still in some rare cases, the cooling fan.

This belt is often mistaken for the timing belt. The essential thing is, if you can see the belt, it's not the timing belt, it's the auxiliary drive belt.

What does a drive belt replacement involve?

As there are a number of different processes that are required for different engines, some or all of the following procedures will apply;

Mechanic will check for an unusual noise coming from the engine.
Mechanic will inspect the auxiliary drive tensioner and other belt pulleys.
If necessary, the mechanic will then replace the serpentine belt tensioner.
Mechanic will advise if any other parts need to be replaced, like the auxiliary belt itself.
Mechanic will test the auxiliary drive belt system.
Mechanic will make any adjustments if necessary.

Can I replace a serpentine belt myself?

Unless you are a qualified mechanic with the required skills, training and equipment to do the job, we strongly recommend an auxiliary drive belt or serpentine belt replacement is only carried out by a professional mechanic. ClickMechanic can help get you a vetted and local mechanic to carry out the work. Just enter your postcode and your car's registration number at the top of this page and select the work needed to get an instant fixed price up front.

What are the signs of a bad serpentine belt?

Typical symptoms of a problematic drive belt include;

When there is a squeaking noise coming from the engine bay.
When the steering becomes heavy (PAS pump is not being turned).
When the battery warning light is on (alternator is not being turned).
When the engine temperature light is on (water pump is not being turned).
Any combination of the above!

How long will an auxiliary drive belt or serpentine belt replacement take?

An auxiliary drive belt or serpentine belt replacement usually takes under 1 hour, but can take more time. Ultimately, the time that the job will take will depend on a number of factors, like your vehicle's make and model, year, as well as other factors. Select your car at the top of this page for information on job time and cost for your vehicle through ClickMechanic.

How often should engine auxiliary belts be replaced?

Auxiliary belts or serpentine belts will need replacing as per the manufacturer's guidelines. Unfortunately it is one of the most common causes of roadside breakdowns and mechanics are constantly being called out to replace them.

How much does it cost to replace a drive belt?

Cost for an auxiliary drive belt or serpentine belt replacement is on average £80, with prices ranging from £70 to £110. Ultimately, the cost of an auxiliary drive belt replacement depends on your car and what parts your car's manufacturer recommends using for the replacement. Find out what you could save by having your tensioner replaced by ClickMechanic by selecting your car at the top of this page!

How much does a Drive Belt replacement cost?

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These estimates may include Alternator drive/serpentine belt tensioner, Alternator drive/serpentine belt, Auxiliary drive belt/s, Auxiliary drive belt tensioner, Power steering drive belt/s, Fan drive/serpentine belt tensioner, Power steering drive/serpentine belt tensioner, Power steering drive/serpentine belt idler/guide pulley and/or Fan drive/serpentine belt

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Mechanics that undertake drive belt work

Hares Servicing & Repairs, Littlehampton
Hockley Motor Services Ltd, Hockley
House Of Gain Remapping, Pinxton

Mark Askey Motor Services, Newcastle Under Lyme
SJB Mobile Motor Services, Harwich
Siege Autocare, Maidstone

Westbrom Auto Engineering Ltd, Birmingham
Wingrove Automotive Ltd, Wouldham

Recent Drive Belt replacement quotes

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£85.51

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Milton Keynes

£68.42

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Liverpool

£78.53

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Want to learn more about Drive Belt replacements?

What is an auxiliary drive belt?

What does a drive belt replacement involve?

Can I replace a serpentine belt myself?

What are the signs of a bad serpentine belt?

How long will an auxiliary drive belt or serpentine belt replacement take?

How often should engine auxiliary belts be replaced?

How much does it cost to replace a drive belt?

How much does a Drive Belt replacement cost?

Want to know how much you'd pay at a franchise dealer or independent garage?

Check out the ClickMechanic price for a Drive Belt replacement. We use industry standard data & millions of data points so you know what you should be paying

Alfa Romeo

£81

£54 - £96

£87 - £156

Audi

£97

£61 - £105

£95 - £170

Austin

£57

£57 - £59

£107 - £109

Bentley

£105

£58 - £89

£89 - £144

BMW

£97

£64 - £113

£97 - £176

Chevrolet

£74

£51 - £96

£81 - £153

Chrysler

£76

£52 - £90

£80 - £147

Citroen

£81

£60 - £89

£98 - £147

Dacia

£69

£61 - £73

£104 - £124

Daewoo

£62

£44 - £68

£76 - £121

Daihatsu

£62

£42 - £69

£75 - £121

Daimler

£102

£91 - £91

£148 - £148

Dodge

£64

£51 - £80

£77 - £130

DS

£74

£61 - £72

£107 - £125

Fiat

£67

£41 - £85