Shredded serpentine belt causes coolant leak

DayStars · May 4, 2017

lowrange said: ↑

Well, if you had to have a leak crop up out of the ordeal, yours would seem to be one of the best case scenarios.
I would much rather deal with changing a hose than changing a water pump.
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Yeah, for sure!
I was happy when I found the leak coming from that hose.
$30 and the dealer will have it for me tomorrow.

boxxed · Jun 3, 2020

DayStars[OP] initial post: ↑

2007 Tacoma, V6, manual.

Just replaced the serpentine belt on Sunday. Ensured it was on the pulleys the right way and sitting properly....no issues.

Just now I walked to my truck and there is a puddle of coolant under it.
Pop the hood and find the outer rib/section (you know how a serpentine belt is rubbed on the inside) has wrapped itself around the fan shaft.
First of all...why the F would a new belt shred like that? Ever happen to anyone before?

There is a drip that I can barely see that is coming from just above the fan shaft. (I'm pointing to it in the picture) I'm not sure what part that is...thermostat housing?, water pump??? I need to check out some diagrams.

In the meantime, any ideas/thoughts why/how the belt ripped in the first place and why/how wrapping around the fan shaft would cause the coolant leak?

I'll post the belt brand when I get home.

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Damn, I had the exact same thing happen. I just replaced the alternator and didnt even remove the whole belt. It sure looked straight. damaged my hose the same way.

TheDevilYouLove · Jun 3, 2020

After having a serpentine belt ordeal of my own, I 100% recommend the Toyota branded belt. I know Bando makes it, I don’t give a chit. The Toyota branded belt is made to better specs than the Bando branded belt. Yes, the Toyota belt is more expensive. Yes, it’s worth every penny more and then some.

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