Dozens
of the latest vehicle models from domestic and import manufacturers are
now factory equipped with overrunning alternator decouplers (OAD). The
rapidly growing popularity of this sophisticated technology – now
featured on more than 60 popular applications – is changing the way
parts providers and repair professionals specify alternators, belts and
pulleys for replacement applications. Overrunning alternator decouplers
(also referred to as isolating decoupler pulleys, or IDP) help enhance
engine efficiency and reduce noise, vibration and harshness. Using any
other pulley technology, such as a one-way clutch, isolating pulley or
solid pulley, on an OAD application can lead to a customer complaint
and additional repair requirements. For more information, go to
www.litens.com.