Can a tight belt cause squealing?
A Belt That Is Too Loose or Too Tight A belt that is either too loose or too tight will often slip against the pulleys, causing the squeal. While the motor is running, pour water over the squealing belt. It the noise stops, it tells you the belt needs tightening.
How long can a squeaky belt last?
Thanks to improvements in rubber technology, serpentine belts last much longer than they did back in the day. Most serpentine belts generally last between 50,000 and 100,000 miles. Eventually, your car’s serpentine belt will wear down from continuous exposure to heat and friction and will need to be replaced.
Can a worn belt in a Toyota Echo cause a problem?
Worn belts in a Echo are one of those things that can cause a lot of problems if ignored, while typically being fairly cheap and easy to replace. Check out our partspage for coupons on new belts for your Echo!
How can I Stop my Toyota Corolla from squealing?
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Why does my Dayco belt squeal when I start the car?
Some belts don’t last very long, and some (dayco) are often noisy from the start. The belt probably squeals/slips when at full lock because the alternator is trying to keep up to the demands of the electric power-steering. Probably do well to try a different brand of belt if all else appears good.
Why does my serpentine belt squeal at full lock?
The belt probably squeals/slips when at full lock because the alternator is trying to keep up to the demands of the electric power-steering. Probably do well to try a different brand of belt if all else appears good. Cheers. Just tighten it a bit, it may have stretched.