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Serpentines can last up to ten years an an average car. When looking at the belt on the ribbed side, you need to replace it when there are two sections of ribbing missing within two inches from each other. If there is a small(1/2) piece missing from 1 rib, the belt is fine.
Additional costs: 1  If a serpentine belt breaks, certain systems in the car may shut down, so experts recommend that a belt be replaced early, especially if it shows signs of cracking or wear. 2  Replacing a serpentine belt can be done either by a skilled do-it-yourselfer or a professional repair technician. This includes $25-$75 for the belt plus half an hour to an hour of labor, at $75-$120 per hour. 2  The job could even take longer on some vehicles, if the belt is difficult to access or install quickly.