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On average, the cost for a Buick LaCrosse Loud screeching noise when I start the car Inspection is $95 with $0 for parts and $95 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
2008 Buick LaCrosseV6-3.6LService typeLoud screeching noise when I start the car InspectionEstimate$114.99Shop/Dealer Price$124.99 - $132.49
2005 Buick LaCrosseV6-3.6LService typeLoud screeching noise when I start the car InspectionEstimate$94.99Shop/Dealer Price$105.01 - $112.52
2005 Buick LaCrosseV6-3.8LService typeLoud screeching noise when I start the car InspectionEstimate$94.99Shop/Dealer Price$105.01 - $112.52
2019 Buick LaCrosseL4-2.5L HybridService typeLoud screeching noise when I start the car InspectionEstimate$94.99Shop/Dealer Price$104.99 - $112.48
2013 Buick LaCrosseL4-2.4L HybridService typeLoud screeching noise when I start the car InspectionEstimate$94.99Shop/Dealer Price$105.02 - $112.55
2018 Buick LaCrosseV6-3.6LService typeLoud screeching noise when I start the car InspectionEstimate$94.99Shop/Dealer Price$105.01 - $112.52
2012 Buick LaCrosseV6-3.6LService typeLoud screeching noise when I start the car InspectionEstimate$99.99Shop/Dealer Price$109.87 - $117.28
2010 Buick LaCrosseV6-3.0LService typeLoud screeching noise when I start the car InspectionEstimate$99.99Shop/Dealer Price$110.24 - $117.94
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A car that screeches should always get immediate attention. Although the situation isn’t necessarily dire, belts, pulleys, and tensioners are what keep your engine and other components running properly, and damage to one of them is likely the culprit here.

Common reasons for this to happen:

Drive or auxiliary belts are worn

The most frequent cause of a car making screeching sounds is that the drive belts or auxiliary belts are old and need to be replaced. When your belts start to wear out and fray, the oils within them will come out and encourage all forms of screeching and slapping sounds.

Tensioners and pulleys are worn

The pulleys and belt tensioners that keep your belt in place can also wear out over the course of time. The tensioner helps keep the belt in place and under the right alignment, while the rubber inside your pulley helps absorb the vibrations that are generated from your engine. If this rubber part wears out, your belt may also begin to have wear issues.

Wrong torque, alignment or belt size

If the torque and alignment on the belt tensioner and pulley are incorrect, your belt may not have the proper pressure on it. Also, there are times when the wrong size belt has been installed. Different engines require different belts. If a belt is too big, it will start making sounds as well.

What to expect:

A top-rated mobile mechanic will come to your home or office to determine the source and cause of the screeching noise, and will then provide a detailed inspection report that includes the scope and cost of the necessary repairs.

How it's done:

The mechanic will inspect the belts to see whether they are cracked, worn, or frayed. From there, the tensioners and pulleys may be looked at as well to make sure they are up to spec. Minimal wear and a good fit make all the difference with a screeching belt.

How important is this service?

Belt, pulleys, and tensioners make the difference between a quiet, perfectly running car, and a noisy one that may later result in a long list of repairs. Belts can snap due to age or improper installation, and big things like your engine can break, so it's advisable to get this issue diagnosed as soon as possible.

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Eliud

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Eliud
23 years of experience
Buick LaCrosse V6-3.6L - Alternator - Loganville, Georgia
He notified me via text when he was on my way to the house and another one when he arrived at my house. The mechanic was punctual, practiced social distancing and completed the work in less than the actual time.

Angel

28 years of experience
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Angel
28 years of experience
Buick LaCrosse L4-2.4L Hybrid - Oil Change - Gilbert, Arizona
Overall Angel did a great job, and was thorough. The only things I wasn't too happy about was he was quite late. However, he did eventually contact me to let me know, and then still was able to take care of my service needs in a timely fashion. The other concern I have is that he left a large amount of oil in the parking space which the car was serviced, which is at my place of employment. I know he used a pan, but must have had some spillage, as the oil spill area is noticeable and was brought to my attention by fellow employees. Outside of those two things, he did a great job!

Matthew

21 years of experience
22 reviews
Matthew
21 years of experience
Buick LaCrosse V6-3.8L - Oil/Fluid Leak - Severna Park, Maryland
Very thorough inspection, good communicator, easy to work with. Good.experience so far. Repair work is scheduled.

Terry

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326 reviews
Terry
26 years of experience
Buick LaCrosse V6-3.6L - Battery - Chandler, Arizona
Terry was great! He was kind, considerate, polite and a real gentleman! Very professional!

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