MikeR34GTT Posted June 5, 2016 Share Posted June 5, 2016 This is a bit of a stab in the dark, but I'm hoping someone has had a problem like this before and it's an easy fix (if only everything were an easy fix with cars). For about a month or so now, I've noticed a squeak-like noise that is repetitive whilst the car is running and most noticeable in a closed area (such as my garage or hungry jacks drive through haha). Have noticed that it's more prominent around the belts/pulleys near the alternative/behind the fan and was wondering if this could be a belt on it's way out, a bearing etc AND if I engage the high-beams/extra power use, it gets a lot louder. My engine and bits are in great condition, service my car myself regularly so this is a huge bummer for me as it makes it sound that little bit more ugly and it's a pain to get into my mechanic, often needing to book two weeks in advance (with a chance he'll just be like *WD40 spray* $80 please). Any pointers guys? Cheerio, Mike Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/465186-annoying-squeaking-engine-r34-gtt/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
junkie Posted June 5, 2016 Share Posted June 5, 2016 Loose or worn alternator belt most likely. A bit of wd40 will fix it temporarily but check tension first, if tight then time for a new one Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/465186-annoying-squeaking-engine-r34-gtt/#findComment-7740914 Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeR34GTT Posted June 5, 2016 Author Share Posted June 5, 2016 Loose or worn alternator belt most likely. A bit of wd40 will fix it temporarily but check tension first, if tight then time for a new one Thought so but I wouldn't say for sure, thanks mate. Is this something I could potentially DIY or best a mechanic does it for me? I'm adept in skill level (do my own servicing, plugs, coils etc), not a noob but not a freak either. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/465186-annoying-squeaking-engine-r34-gtt/#findComment-7740916 Share on other sites More sharing options...
89CAL Posted June 6, 2016 Share Posted June 6, 2016 Adjust the altenator belt. Not hard, just need to spend 5 mins thinking about what you need to loosen and then tighten the adjuster. Sounds like Alternator belt or bearing. Its free to tighten the belt so do that first Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/465186-annoying-squeaking-engine-r34-gtt/#findComment-7741067 Share on other sites More sharing options...
tridentt150v Posted June 6, 2016 Share Posted June 6, 2016 Have a look at youtube, there is probably a vid on doing it..........its very very similar for most cars if you can't find one for a GTT. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/465186-annoying-squeaking-engine-r34-gtt/#findComment-7741514 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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