No end to belt squeal?

dirtwheels · 01-05-2010, 01:27 PM

Hi. New here to the forum and have a question . I have a 1990 cherokee limited edition. Have had it for about 2 years. Belt has squealed since I bought it. I've replaced the power steering pump, water pump, air conditioning, fan clutch, pulleys and have put on two new belts, but still have the noise. I have noticed that the belt is riding on the timing chain cover and it's almost half way off the pulley. I put it back in place and tighten everything, but it still goes back to riding there. I'am thinking this is where my squealing is coming from. Any suggestions on how to stop this from happening and why it's happening?

98 JeepJeep · 01-05-2010, 01:58 PM

prob have something out of line if the belt is jumping.....

ktmracer419 · 01-05-2010, 02:21 PM

you need a new harmonic balancer

dirtwheels · 01-05-2010, 02:53 PM

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Originally Posted by ktmracer419

you need a new harmonic balancer

That was my thought too, just not positive. How hard are these to do on jeeps? Thanks for the help.

scoats · 02-24-2010, 06:04 AM

very easy about half an hour you will need a steering wheel puller

A_Jeepr · 02-24-2010, 06:13 AM

When you replace the belt, use a bando, or a rough backed Dayco belt. Its the slick surface on the belts that causes them to make noise.

That Jeep Guy XJMJ · 02-24-2010, 11:00 AM

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Originally Posted by scoats

very easy about half an hour you will need a steering wheel puller

since when does a steering wheel have anything to with the harmonic balancer???

scoats · 02-25-2010, 03:49 PM

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Originally Posted by That Jeep Guy XJMJ

since when does a steering wheel have anything to with the harmonic balancer???

if you knew anything about tools you wouldn't have to ask

01-05-2010, 01:58 PM	#2
98 JeepJeep CF Veteran Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Stafford,VA Posts: 2,519 My Photos 1998 Cherokee Engine: 4.0 Transmission: Auto	prob have something out of line if the belt is jumping..... __________________ Polished Bullet key chains LeadRings.com 98 Jeep Cherokee Cl***ic 4x4 164K 7120 Head,63MM TB,00 XJ Intake Manifold,Header,19lb Explorer Injectors,RC 6.5 LA,35'S.

01-05-2010, 02:21 PM	#3
ktmracer419 ::CF Moderator:: Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Sep 2007 Posts: 2,953 My Photos	you need a new harmonic balancer __________________ www.eatsleepexp.wordpress.com

02-24-2010, 06:13 AM	#6
A_Jeepr Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Virginia Posts: 246 My Photos 1989 Cherokee Engine: 4.0 Transmission: AX-15 Transfer Case: NP231 Front Axle: D30HP Rear Axle: D35 Tires: 29 inch Lift Specifications: stock for now Misc Accessories: 2 door	When you replace the belt, use a bando, or a rough backed Dayco belt. Its the slick surface on the belts that causes them to make noise. __________________ '89 Cherokee, 5 spd, 2 door, 4.0L. Stock. The DD. Never tell people how to do things. Tell them what to do and they will surprise you with their ingenuity. Volvo Mechanic

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