Need some help with chirping/squeling
09-28-2011, 09:48 AM
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Year: 1995
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0 I6 HO
Hey there so I tightened my belt up and the squealing stopped I have not been able to drive to see if it stopped. It doesn't squeal when just idling and revving the engine. Thanks for all the help
09-28-2011, 09:56 AM
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I hope you didn't over-tighten the belt or else other rotating assemblies may suffer (accelerated bearing/bushing wear). Start considering belt replacement while it's still good. OEM is best but Gates makes a very good quality replacement belt.
09-28-2011, 10:50 AM
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Year: 1995
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Originally Posted by Cherryokee
I hope you didn't over-tighten the belt or else other rotating assemblies may suffer (accelerated bearing/bushing wear). Start considering belt replacement while it's still good. OEM is best but Gates makes a very good quality replacement belt.
10-10-2011, 06:35 PM
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Hey guys...I have a 1997 gczj. After changing the water pump and serp belt, chirping started. When I removed the water pump, I removed the power steering pulley as well. Torqued the water pump, but not the power steering pulley when I replaced it. Found some information stating the power steering pulley should be torqued at 20 ft lbs....does this sound right?