Q: Driving and accelerating cause loud squealing in front of car.
There is a loud squealing on the right front of the car when driving and accelerating.
Recommended Services
| Car is making a noise Inspection | $94.99 - $114.99 | Get a Quote |
The noise you are hearing is the engine serpentine belt. The belt is turned by the crankshaft pulley and the belt will then turn the other accessories like the tensioner,v-power steering, water pump, air conditioner compressor and idler pulleys. The noise is coming from one of these components not turning properly or the belt tensioner is not keeping tension on the belt. I would recommend getting a qualified technician to inspect the noise and to observe each accessory while running the engine to see which one is causing the problem. The technician can then advise on a corrective action and repair.
The statements expressed above are only for informational purposes and should be independently verified. Please see our
terms of service
for more details
Get an instant quote for your car
Our certified mechanics come to you ・Backed by 12-month, 12,000-mile guarantee・Fair and transparent pricing
What others are asking
How Do Oil Filters Get Dirty?
Oil filters have a very important, yet really dirty job to perform. I don’t think even Mike Rowe (http://www.discovery.com/tv-shows/dirty-jobs/) would want to tackle the dirty job of an oil filter (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-do-oil-filters-work). Before we talk about the oil filter, let’s talk...
How Do I Clean My Car Mirrors?
Cleaning your mirrors (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/what-is-the-best-way-to-clean-car-mirrors), or any glass for that matter, can be done with good results or poor results. There are some basic things to remember when cleaning your mirrors. This works for your windows too. First of all, do...
Brake pedal goes 3/4 down of the way down then catches
The first thing i would check it to make sure the brake pedal to brake booster arm bushing is not worn out. Check the brake pedal free travel with your hand to see if it is more than a 1/2...
P0306 code after replacing COP, wires and spark plugs. What else could it be?
There are several possible causes for an engine misfire. There could be an injector problem, a wiring or connector problem, a PCM problem, or even a problem within the engine. Some further diagnostics will be necessary to locate the cause....
Strange clunking/knocking noise coming from the front of the driver's side.
The tire wear represents misalignment, notably too much negative camber if the wear is on the inside edge of the tire. Such wear can be caused by worn ball joint but that would have to be evaluated. There are on...
Why would my push start not start every time? Could it be the alternator, or did the switch actually go out?
Hi there. It sounds like it could be the starter. However, the switch is definitely a possibility. If you hear a clicking sound, then the switch is operating properly. Are there any messages on the combination meter? If so, that's...
Car wont start up again once its warm 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Hello - the first thing to check is for problem codes, whether the Check Engine light is on or not. Checking for spark during one of these "warm, won't start (https://www.yourmechanic.com/question/car-won-t-start-on-a-hot-day-by-wenceslao-n)" conditions in the next step. Your symptoms are likely...
My car was in a crash, and now the shifter won't come out of drive
I'm not clear on where the car was damaged or if the damage was repaired, but it is possible that the shift cable was damaged if the car was hit in the right spot. The other possibility is that there...
Hello, I have 2009 Hyundai Sonata with about 114,000 miles on it. The car jerks...sometimes violently when I'm driviing and go to
Hi Taheem. Thanks for contacting us today. It depends on what you mean by "jerking". If the car is pulling to one side while braking, this could indicate a bad caliper, worn brake pads, faulty wheel bearing or even tire...
Related articles
The Best Used Cars to Buy If You're Over 50
Shopping Shopping for a car when you’re over the age of 50 begins to shift a bit, as your priorities tend to change. Suddenly it’s not so much about what the vehicle looks like, or how much space it has...
The Best Used Cars to Buy If You Love Camping
Do Do you love camping, getting back to nature and enjoying life in the great outdoors? If you do, then you know that getting there can be half the fun, and it’s even better if you have a great ride....
The Best Used Cars to Buy That Can Be Towed Behind an RV
Summer Summer is a great time for a road trip, but often travelers like bringing all the conveniences of home along, in the form of an RV. Then they tow their car behind it – sometimes this practice is called...
Browse other content
Maintenance
Cities