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Newbie question - 8/27/2008 6:07:11 AM

justgiveitme

Posts: 3
Joined: 8/27/2008
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Hey guys

Just bought a 1999 Excel sprint twincam auto. The problem i am having is that when i start the car there is a squeeky noise from under the hood ... usually goes away after the engine has been running for 5-10mins.

Any idea what the hell is going on or a fix.

Oh i am a newbie just drive and no jack about cars

TIA

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RE: Newbie question - 8/30/2008 7:53:49 PM

atcovan

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Joined: 2/15/2008
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First item to look at is the drive belt which drives the alternator. It could be loose or just wore out. Once a belt starts slipping, if left to do so for a while, it usually becomes glazed and that ruins your belt. Change it if there''s any doubt. Oh, it probably stops squealing after a few minutes because the battery is now topped-up, because starting takes some charge down and loads the alternator.

(in reply to justgiveitme)

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