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Hi,

I have a 1996 gtst and I am getting an annoying squeaking noise which is either coming from the altenator, fan (std clutch fan) or maybe the waterpump. I know this because the noise stops after I remove the belt linking these items.

When I spin these items by hand I cannot hear any abnormal noises and the squeaking is more constant when the car is cold.

I am not sure if this is a sign that the clutch fan is on its way out, but it is really annoying.

I have sprayed the altenator area with WD40 but the noise is still there.

If anyone has had a similar problem and found a resolution please post here and let me know.

Thanks

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No, I havn't tried replacing the belt as it was changed 12 months (approx 10kKms) ago and still looks in good condition.

I am thinking it could be coming from the Altenator pulley as I removed the fan and there was still a noise. Apart from spraying it with WD40 is there anything else I can do?

CircleLights, I think your problem could be a loose belt.

There is a tensioner on the altenator, one on the pulley under the car and on on the power steering pump (could be A/C) for the three belts.

No, There is no water/coolant leaking from the water pump, but I might cheack it again anyway.

I think i may have the same problem.

Mine only sueals really loud and i mean Really really loud on cold starts. what can it be? and how can i fix it

thanks

As suggested its a slipping belt & its most likely the power belt, just needs re-tensioning.

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