1999 Nissan Altima 2.4 173,000 miles

1999 NISSAN ALTIMA
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Several days ago I started hearing a whining noise coming from the engine when I start the car, and the noise continues while driving. None of the dash indicator lights have come on. What could this noise be caused by, and is it a precursor to a potential problem?
Apr 11, 2007 at 12:15 PM
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[quote:123612467e="Speedster"]Several days ago I started hearing a whining noise coming from the engine when I start the car, and the noise continues while driving. None of the dash indicator lights have come on. What could this noise be caused by, and is it a precursor to a potential problem?[/quote:123612467e]

Timing belt when was it last changed? could be it. or power steering pump/AC compressor/Alternator.
Apr 11, 2007 at 4:34 PM
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