1997 Ford Escort

1997 FORD ESCORT
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THEWRECKLESS
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Engine Mechanical problem
1997 Ford Escort 4 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic

how come the belt makes a sqeaking noise, n the belt dosent need tightend
Sep 16, 2010 at 6:28 PM
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Maybe your car needs a new belt tensioner and idler pulley. Or the serpentine belt itself. Also, do not use Goodyear gatorback serpentine belt, makes a humming noise. Picture below is the tensioner. It has a spring inside that tightens the belt automatically. Maybe the spring is getting soft and could not tighten the belt well.


https://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/89255_belt_tensioner_1.jpg

Below is the idler pulley. If your car got too many miles, bearing inside tends to wear out.


https://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/89255_idler_pulley_1.jpg

Sep 17, 2010 at 12:12 AM