Why does my belt make a squealing noise?
That’s right, a misaligned belt or weak belt tensioner can damage the bearings in your alternator, power steering pump and AC compressor. I’ll show you several ways to diagnose a serpentine belt chirp or squeal using just a spray bottle and water.
Why does my Elantra make a squealing noise?
You will see a number of belts, all of which can squeal, none of which are the timing belt. The timing belt (unless an Accent is WAY different to my Elantra) is hidden/protected behind plastic covers on the side of the engine. The most likely culprit of squealing is the power steering belt, but any of them can do it.
What should I do if my Hyundai belt is squeaky?
If it’s not, put it back on and pull like the devil on the pump when you tighten the belt. Hopeful outcome: quiet belt. Congratulations, you are taking the first step towards saving yourself thousands of dollars in automotive repairs.
Why does my car make a squeaky noise when I Turn on the engine?
The sound of a squeaky belt in your vehicle’s engine is usually because the rubber belt is slipping on the metal pulley. Similar to when your tires squeal on the pavement, this slip causes a dreadful noise.
You will see a number of belts, all of which can squeal, none of which are the timing belt. The timing belt (unless an Accent is WAY different to my Elantra) is hidden/protected behind plastic covers on the side of the engine. The most likely culprit of squealing is the power steering belt, but any of them can do it.
If it’s not, put it back on and pull like the devil on the pump when you tighten the belt. Hopeful outcome: quiet belt. Congratulations, you are taking the first step towards saving yourself thousands of dollars in automotive repairs.
Why does my serpentine belt make a squealing noise?
It can be tough to diagnose if belt squealing on a serpentine belt is from poor belt tension or a bad pulley or worn water pump. This is a simple method to isolate the problem so you don’t waste money on unnecessary parts. Loading…
The sound of a squeaky belt in your vehicle’s engine is usually because the rubber belt is slipping on the metal pulley. Similar to when your tires squeal on the pavement, this slip causes a dreadful noise.