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Old Jul 14, 2011 | 12:19 PM
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Default Why is my belt sqeeling?

Is it even my belt?
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Old Jul 14, 2011 | 12:23 PM
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could be many things

idler pulley, ps pump/pulley, ac clutch.....etc

where is the sound coming from? only do it when turning steering wheel or worse when using wheel? only/worse when AC is on?

need more info than 5 words.
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Old Jul 14, 2011 | 12:24 PM
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Does it when turning not every time tho. Also when I start it.
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Old Jul 14, 2011 | 12:47 PM
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Ok just checked again. It does it when the ac is on.
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Old Jul 14, 2011 | 12:49 PM
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Your serpentine belt is loose. Tighten it up by adjusting your power steering pump.
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Old Jul 14, 2011 | 12:51 PM
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Ok thank I'll try that
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Old Jul 14, 2011 | 01:25 PM
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Fixed. Thanks
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Old Jul 14, 2011 | 02:20 PM
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Anytime man...that's what we're here for.
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