I have a 2013 Nissa Maxima, with 70,000 miles. why would the serpentine belt break
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Asked by Moemo Jul 17, 2016 at 03:57 PM about the 2013 Nissan Maxima SV

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

I bought the car used. I've done all scheduled oil/fluid changes

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Bob answered 8 years ago

Serpentine belts rarely just break. Check to see that the idler and tensioner pulleys move freely. Also check the harmonic balancer to see if it is straight and in one piece.

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Bob answered 8 years ago

https://www.cars.com/articles/how-often-should-i-replace-my- accessory-drive-belt-1420680642715/

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Moemo answered 8 years ago

Turns out the power steering pump was leaking on the belt. I replaced both the pump and the serpentine belt. Now....there is a loud squealing sound for the first few minutes when I start the car. It only happens after the cat has been sitting for a few hours.

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