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Old 11-03-2009, 03:58 AM
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When I dont have the stereo on I can hear somewhere on the car (either the rear end or engine bay) a low whine. Soon as I accelerate it really becomes evident....kind of reminds me of a supercharger whining up.

Any ideas what it is and if it means something is about to break? I'm getting ready for a 1800 mile trip to head back home in 2 weeks so just wanna get things taken care of before I leave.
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sounds like gear howl. if you still have a 10bolt, its probably going out...
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Sounds like the alternator, or a pulley.

Remove the main drive belt and see if the sound goes away.

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Originally Posted by mediocrels1
sounds like gear howl. if you still have a 10bolt, its probably going out...
Any way to know for sure if it is without going to the dealership?

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Sounds like the alternator, or a pulley.

Remove the main drive belt and see if the sound goes away.
I'll give it a whirl, but it sounds like it is coming from the rear
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Maybe you have a hidden supercharger?? LOL J/K ...good luck getting this worked out.
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Sounds like gear whine to me. Those !@#$ 10-bolts!!!!!




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