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1998 Pontiac Bonneville Repair Question


Topics covered: Noise, Alternator, Chirping.
Mileage: 240,000 miles.

Asked on January 29, 2012

Can a alternator make a squealing noise

I change my water pump and the tension pulley when i start the car up i hear a chirping noise but when i rev it i hear a squealing noise it sounds like its coming from the alternator i can hear it when im driving
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Replied on January 29, 2012

belt is slipping causing noise.may need new belt and/or tensioner.

Tiny Answered by fixitmr
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Replied on January 29, 2012

check that no coolant is still dripping on the belt.u may to clean the belt with brakecleaner.u may have to replace it.

Tiny Answered by cadieman (expert)
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