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1997 Dodge Caravan sqealing belt

Tiny
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  • 1997 DODGE CARAVAN
  • 6 CYL
  • FWD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 195,000 MILES
Pulleys roll good seems to be all good, but belt still squeals. What is the problem?
Thursday, February 25th, 2010 AT 2:19 PM

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Tiny
BLACKOP555
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Is the belt rubbery or does it feel stiff. Also is it worn or cracked?
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Thursday, February 25th, 2010 AT 4:56 PM
Tiny
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Its new from parts store and it is kind of stiff. The car didn't make any noise until I replaced the belt
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Thursday, February 25th, 2010 AT 6:03 PM
Tiny
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Try pushing on the tensioner with it on ifi you can safely do so without hitting the belt. Does noise go away?
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Saturday, February 27th, 2010 AT 9:01 AM
Tiny
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(I"m assuming this is with a new belt)

Sounds like the belt tensioner spring is weak and needs to be replaced. Either that, or the belt is not routed correctly -- double-check the map in the engine compartment.
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Monday, March 1st, 2010 AT 2:34 AM

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