Patent ID: 6244239
Filing Date: 2001-06-12
Classification: F02B,F02F

Abstract:
A front end accessory drive system for reducing engine noise, vibration and harshness, comprising:an integrated housing having a plurality of engine accessories mounted thereto in a single plane, for attachment to a vehicle engine, said accessories including:a water pump mounted to said housing;an air conditioning pump mounted to said housing;a power steering pump mounted to said housing;an alternator mounted to said housing;a crankshaft damper in communication with said housing and in contact with an engine crankshaft, said crankshaft damper lying in said single plane;a drive belt coupled to said water pump, said air conditioning pump, said power-steering pump, said alternator, and said crankshaft damper; anda belt tensioner for allowing the tightness of said drive belt to be adjusted during assembly.