Belts and strings

Belts and strings in a Mazda MX5 NA (1989 - 1997) transmit the rotational motion of the engine to various auxiliary systems. This drives components such as alternator and A/C compressor as long as the engine is running. This drive occurs at the front of the block and directly determines the operation of the alternator and other driven systems at the front of the car, which would not function without belt drive.