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Originally Posted by eagle66
Just bot a 1999 Boxster in good shape 137K miles, had oil changed, they checked things and inquired about the serpentine belt, I think it was replaced around 35K miles back or approx 3 years. Is this the fan, water pump that runs the alternator etc like a fan belt on say a Ford or Chevy or is it a timing belt....if not does the Boxster have timing chain or belt??? Thoughts???
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serpentine belt is for the accessories.
AC compressor, power steering, alternator,water pump.
the radiator fan is electric, and located behind the radiators on the front of the car.
you have two radiators, two AC condensers, and two fans.
the camshafts are connected to the crankshaft via chains. in your case 5 of them.
these chains are suppose to hold for the engine life.
in other words, no need to replace (unless you are overhauling the engine)
welcome to the forum and enjoy your car.