1991 Oldsmobile 88 Repair Question
Topics covered: Noise, Alternator, Fan blade.
Mileage: 180,000 miles.
Mileage: 180,000 miles.
Asked on July 1, 2012
Noise when idling
My 1991 Oldsmobile 88 Royale is making a noise that sounds like a fan blade hitting something when it idles, the noise stops when I accelerate. Any idea what might be the problem?
Asked by oreginal58Answer
Replied on July 1, 2012
You need someone to look under the hood to search for the source of the noise. If it's not obvious or easy to spot, use a stethoscope. Idler pulleys for the serpentine belt would the typical first thing to check.
Replied on July 1, 2012
It does seem to be coming from that area, specifically the alternator area. A friend suggested it could be the bearings in the water pump, could that be the problem?
Replied on July 1, 2012
Remove the belt and spin them by hand also rock them to feel fore bearing play
