my car makes a loud rough squeak right after the engine has turned over and running.

1995 NISSAN ALTIMA
175,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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IMPORTTUNER
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it starts right after it turns over and makes the noise for about 5 to 8 seconds.
Jan 9, 2012 at 4:08 AM
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FIXITMR
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check alternator belt for loose/worn out. alternator load is high right after start.
Jan 9, 2012 at 6:08 AM
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IMPORTTUNER
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is it possible for the belt to be to tight because i just finished working on my car about 2 days ago and the alternator was the last part i put in.
Jan 9, 2012 at 4:44 PM
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IMPORTTUNER
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the sound is more like a squealing noise not so much a squeak.
Jan 9, 2012 at 5:22 PM
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THIS IS MIKE
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Open the hood and have someone start the engine while you listen to the area the sound is coming from. If it is from the belt area, inspect the belt and the belt tensioner. With the belt off, make sure all the idler pulleys spin freely. Always use a factory belt when replacing it. If the sound is coming from the starter it may be the starter bendix not releasing from the flywheel.
Feb 8, 2012 at 8:10 PM
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DEVELOPER7
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Never put your hands inside the engine compartment when the engine is running.
May 22, 2012 at 7:40 PM
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