Squeaking Noise From The Engine Compartment. The serpentine belt is at fault if you hear squeaks from under the bonnet. The serpentine belt, also known as V-belts in older cars, drives other ...

QUESTION: During the past few months I've noticed a chirping noise from the engine of my 1999 GMC Yukon. Also, if I start the engine with either the air conditioner or defroster on, a much louder ...

Some 2007 Yaris models may emit a squealing sound from the engine bay. One likely cause of the noise, according to Toyota, is the serpentine drive belt slipping on the various pulleys. Replacing the ...

The engine of your car can be very stressful, especially if it's making a weird noise. Fortunately, you can use the noise to ...

Q-The drive belts on my 1980 Pontiac Phoenix squeal. I`ve inspected the water pump and sprayed belt dressing on (the belts), but that didn`t stop the noise. The belts create this infernal racket on… ...

Though serpentine belts can last more than 100,000 miles, ... You may hear warning signals that a serpentine belt is on its last legs, such as squealing noises when you start the engine or ...

If your alternator belt is loose enough to slip, it’s possible it and other belts have seen better days. If your belts and cooling system hoses are more than 5 years old, I’d consider renewing ...

WD-40 has many helpful uses, including as a way to quiet squeaky door hinges and other moving parts, but is it ok to spray WD-40 on noisy car engine belts?

Like all things mechanical, the serpentine belt tensioner and idler pulley on C5 engines will eventually wear, develop play, and require replacement. A slight squeaking noise coming from either ...

Dear Car Coach: I have developed a strong fear of dealer service departments, and as a result will never again purchase a new vehicle. Their whole approach seems to be ...

If you hear squeaking noises while driving it could indicate minor issues, but identifying the cause can be tricky. It's important not to ignore an ongoing squeak, it could also be a sign of more ...

Dear Car Coach: I have developed a strong fear of dealer service departments, and as a result will never again purchase a new vehicle. Their whole approach seems to be ...