| Author | Message | ||
     marc marsdale (Mars) New Member Username: Mars Post Number: 1 Registered: 06-2003 |
the serpentine belt on my 99 d2 is squeaking a bit just after starting the vehicle and at low speeds where i am not accelerating. three questions: any thoughts as to why? any ideas on how to rememdy (for a non-technical wizard)? the truck was recently into the dealer for another service item, and he noted the squeak but didn't bother fixing it. should i be concerned/annoyed? thanks in advance for any helpful feedback. | ||
| James Nyazai (Nyazai) New Member Username: Nyazai Post Number: 11 Registered: 06-2003 |
Mine was doing it also ('97), but stopped recently - the only thing I have done since it WAS squeaking was to pressure-wash the engine compartment. | ||
| Roland Kutasi (Disco1) Senior Member Username: Disco1 Post Number: 266 Registered: 10-2002 |
You can use a "dry lube" stick or even a cake of soap. Start the engine and apply to the belt. Make sure your hands stay clear of the fan blade. | ||
| Kevin Novakowski (Kln) New Member Username: Kln Post Number: 33 Registered: 02-2002 |
Check your belt. Sounds like its worn. | ||
| Zach Jaggers (Mountenn) Member Username: Mountenn Post Number: 138 Registered: 03-2003 |
Spray the belt with WD-40...it will make the noise go away. This is only a temporary fix, though...try www.discountrovers.com for a serpentine belt--they have them for $25. Zach | ||
| marc marsdale (Mars) New Member Username: Mars Post Number: 2 Registered: 06-2003 |
thanks to all for your advice. again, being not the most technical person, is replacing a serpentine belt something i can undertake on my own? thanks. | ||
| Joshua (Joshua) Senior Member Username: Joshua Post Number: 300 Registered: 10-2002 |
marc you have mail...neighbor! |
