1993 Ford Festiva Eats Fan Belt

1993 FORD FESTIVA
62,004 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • MANUAL
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SARAH COYLE
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I have a 1993 Ford Festiva with 62,000 miles- I am the original owner, and I LOVE this car. Lately, the fan belt started squealing. Tightening it stops it for a day or so, but it starts again, and will eventually break. It simply won't stay tight. What can I repair or replace to solve this problem?
Apr 6, 2008 at 2:17 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Make sure the drive pulley is not loose or bent below is for the alternator belt See belt adjustment both gauge and deflection method


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Apr 6, 2008 at 2:56 PM
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SCOTTXD45
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Make sure the water pump and alternater are turning freely and not locked up. Also check that there is no rust on the area of the pulleys where the belt contacts.
Jun 13, 2008 at 12:13 AM
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