Squealing Belts

Discussion in 'General Motoring' started by Guncho, Dec 15, 2006.

  1. Guncho

    Guncho Guest

    Within the year I had my timing belt, the power steering belt and
    possibly some other belt changed. Now when it is cold outside and I
    start the car, there's a horrible squealing that comes from under the
    hood that lasts about a minute. I don't recall this doing it before
    the belt change. What's wrong? Is it serious or should I just live
    with it?

    Chris
     
    Guncho, Dec 15, 2006
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  2. Guncho

    komobu Guest

    New belts stretch. Sometimes they need to be re-adjusted for tension.
    Take it back to the shop where you had them replaced and tell them
    about it. If you let it squeal for too long of a period, they can glaze
    over pretty bad and you will need to replace it.
     
    komobu, Dec 15, 2006
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