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Random Squeak!

Posted: Mon Jun 14, 2010 5:37 pm
by Inkyskin
Hi all!

I have a 1.2 8v'er that seems to have started squeaking today (From the engine bay). Can hear it at idle and while driving, although the engine noise generally drowns it out when you pootle along. The noise doesn't get faster or slower, its just "there"...

I'm a complete engine amateur, so any ideas on what it might be?

ta!

Re: Random Squeak!

Posted: Tue Jun 15, 2010 9:48 pm
by robclowes
could be water pump, or fan belt!

Re: Random Squeak!

Posted: Thu Jun 17, 2010 12:43 am
by Sam58
As above, but could also be from the alternator bearings beginning to go. I have seen and heard of quite a few alternators seizing up altogether. Lubricate the belt with a little water, start the car and see if you squeak has gone.

Re: Random Squeak!

Posted: Thu Jun 17, 2010 9:42 am
by Inkyskin
Cheers folks, I'll look into them :)

Re: Random Squeak!

Posted: Fri Jun 18, 2010 1:57 am
by vaughan34
Also try the spring mount holding the exhaust to the manifold, mines squeeking at the minit, its a £5 part but i havnt had time