When i start my car it squeaks. I had a squeak before but i changed the belt and the sound went away. But now after a month of me changing the belt the sound ONLY comes on when i start the car and it seems that after the car warms up the sound goes away. I know it cant be the belt because its a brand new belt. Also when i had the problem before with the old belt, when i hit the gas the sound would not increase. NOW when i hit the gas the sound increases......
2006-12-28 05:25:57 · 7 answers · asked by mouzerac204 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
What engine does your vehicle have? Is it the 3.0L OHV V6, and NOT the 3.0L Duratec 24-valve V6? I see and hear of this scenario FAR TOO OFTEN. Where does the sound originate from? Does it come from near the belt area, or the REAR of the engine, where the transmission bolts up? If it's from the latter area, you need to have your cam sensor & cam sensor synchronizer replaced. When this part fails, it sounds almost exactly like a belt squeel. This part is driven by the camshaft, for the purpose of supplying an input to the vehicle's PCM, indicating cam position (hence its name), in order to time fuel and spark to the correct cylinder. The easiest way to eliminate the belt, or anything it drives as the source of the noise, is to remove the belt temporarily and run the engine. If the noise still persists with the belt off you have your answer. Unfortunately, the parts I mentioned can only be purchased from the Ford dealer parts department. The part numbers are DA-2089 for the cam sensor, and 1F1Z-6B288-BA for the synchronizer. I suggest you have it replaced by a tech because these parts need to be timed for correct installation, failing which will result in an engine that runs rough or stalls, or doesn't start easily. Hope this helps.
2006-12-28 05:43:53 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It sounds to me like it is still the belt squeaking. That is most likely a worn automatic tensioner. If it's never been replaced, 9 years is definitely a good time to replace it.
2006-12-28 13:48:51 · answer #2 · answered by cykotik2000 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Its the belt it might be to tight or not tight enough take some lubricating oil and spray it on the belt (not wd-40) if that doesnt work replace the belt again
2006-12-28 13:34:02 · answer #3 · answered by Lab Runner 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
the belt tensioner may be getting weak or have a ratcheting type operation. easy to check. use a 3/8 ratchet (and socket if needed). pull tensioner. if ok, it will seem hard to pull. if bad, it will seem very easy to pull or have a jerky non-smooth feel when moved. if it is ok, check other components (alternator, water pump, etc.).. for binding which means you'll have to loosen or remove the belt altogether. could also be a loose bracket, even a/c bracket too.
2006-12-28 13:37:13 · answer #4 · answered by Pete_Cochino 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
If you used a dirt cheap belt it could have stretched slightly. Otherwise you may have a problem with either a tensioner or a water pump.
2006-12-28 13:34:31 · answer #5 · answered by Alibi 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
The new belt probably stretched. Get it tightened.
2006-12-28 13:34:11 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
You may not have the belt tight enough.
2006-12-28 13:27:28 · answer #7 · answered by Mr. Goodkat 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋