Why does my car make a squealing noise when accelerating?
+1 to the previous comments. The noise has a very high likelihood of being symptomatic of a slipping drive belt, which usually means replacing the belt and/or the belt tensioner. Any mechanic can do this type of work, and there is no reason whatsoever to take a 9 year old car to a dealership for something of this nature.
What to do when your car squeaks when turning?
When you choose a temporary one, you can soak the squeaking suspensions area with spray-on lithium grease. The grease helps lubricate components that will bump against each other, thereby preventing noises coming from friction. Meanwhile, use a silicone spray if the rubber suspension is the one making the noise.
Why does my car belt squeak when I hit the gas?
When this happens as you press the gas pedal and the belt goes from a relatively low speed (at idle or when first starting the car, no speed at all) to a much higher speed as the engine accelerates, this can cause the belts to squeak.
What to do if your power steering is squeaking?
If you find a leak, use BlueDevil Power Steering Stop Leak to seal the leak and make sure you system is safe. You can purchase BlueDevil Power Steering Stop Leak here: http://store.gobdp.com/power-steering-stop-leak-00232/. It is possible that everything with your power steering system is working properly and you still hear the whining noises.
Why does my car make a squealing sound when I accelerate?
If the belt is worn (dry, cracked,glazed) it can slip on acceleration and make a squealing sound. Also, if any of the pulleys on the alternator, p/s pump,etc, are worn or loose, they can cause the belt to squeal. Have a certified technician, like one from YourMechanic, come inspect the vehicle to isolate the exact cause of the squealing sound.
Why does my power steering pump make a squeaking noise?
Some power steering pumps will work fine for a long time even if they make noise. The squeaking noise when you get in, combine with your shop saying you need a new control arm sounds like the bushing on your control arm could be worn out causing a metal on metal sound when your suspension moves.
Why does my car squeak when I lubricate it?
Some vehicles have a high suspension that may allow owners safe access to the suspension joints for DIY lubrication with a grease gun. It is best to leave lubrication to the experts with your vehicle on a rack if it has low ground clearance and/or you don’t have the safety equipment or the know-how to do it yourself.
Is it dangerous to have a squeaky suspension system?
A squeaky suspension system is not just embarrassing with those squeaking noises and grinding noises, but it is also dangerous and can be extremely difficult to diagnose and fix. Your vehicle’s weight is supported using coil springs, leaf springs or torsion bars.
What to do about belt squealing when AC starts?
You cold likely adjust that belt to stop the noise. It is slipping ever so slightly, but if the belt has 100K on it then replacing it is wise as it is due. Losing the belt while commuting is far more expensive than simply replacing it.
What to do if you hear a squealing noise when accelerating?
Start the engine with air on and rev the engine. If you hear the squeal shut the engine off and see if the chalk mark still lines up on the balancer. smile13 July 6, 2016, 3:47am #7 Okay so I brought my car in finally to be checked…I got a recommendation for a good mechanic, not a dealer.