Your Mercedes-Benz vehicle has many moving parts working together to keep everything running right. Those parts depend on belts, which in turn rely upon pulleys and brackets.

What Do Belts Do?

Your vehicle has three types of mechanical belts under the hood. The first is the timing belt. This notched belt coordinates the movement of the camshaft and crankshaft, allowing the valves and pistons to open and close in sync with each other.

Serpentine belts run off the crank pulley, idler pulley, and tensioner to run such parts as your alternator. Drive belts, on the other hand, are more numerous and run your water pump and other parts.

What Do Brackets Do?

The brackets help to secure and align your belts and pulleys, keeping them in place even if you're traveling on uneven pavement or rough terrain.

What Do Pulleys Do?

Pulleys help power the belts for the most part. However, there are some -- known as tensioners -- that are responsible for keeping the belts tight.

How Do You Spot Faulty Belts, Pulleys, or Brackets

Eventually, just like all auto parts, your belts, pulleys, and brackets can go bad -- even the best ones. Signs of failure include:

• Cracked or fraying belts
• Your engine stops running – a sure indication that your timing belt has failed
• Overly loose or sagging belts
• Belts that are too tight

Where Can You Buy Genuine Mercedes-Benz Belts, Pulleys, and Brackets Online?

Right here in our Mercedes-Benz online parts and accessories store. We sell the real-deal parts that were designed specifically for your model, ensuring the easy installation and compatible fit you want. Buy today and we'll get your order shipped right out!