Whistling sounds

1998 HONDA CIVIC
121,076 MILES
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MRGONZO12
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I get loud whistling sounds from the timing belt alternator area. I need some DIY instructions. I don't like to visit a mechanixc unless I realy have to. Is there something I can do to stop this sound???
Jun 17, 2012 at 12:52 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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we need to determine where it is coming from. it could be power steering pump from low fluid or the pump itself, it could be a bad bearing from water pump, alternator or ac compressor.

at least have someone identify the noise and the reason and get back to us

Roy
Jun 17, 2012 at 1:55 PM
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KHLOW2008
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Get a rubber hose to act a sthetoscope to locate the source of noise.
Jun 17, 2012 at 4:10 PM
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MRGONZO12
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Well the A/C doesn't work.. Maybe I should have mentioned that before
Jun 17, 2012 at 5:49 PM
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KHLOW2008
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Remove the A/C belt to see if the noise goes away.
Jun 17, 2012 at 6:08 PM
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MRGONZO12
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I'll have to locate it and tell then.. I dont know where it's located
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Jun 17, 2012 at 7:37 PM
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KHLOW2008
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The compressor has a belt running on the front part.
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Jun 18, 2012 at 2:49 PM