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Old Sep 26, 2012 | 07:48 PM
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I have a 99 Pontiac Trans am that I just got while stationed in AK. It has 142k miles and IM loving the car. I just have a generic question. When I crank the car it makes a whining noise at idle then it stops after awhile. The car runs fine IM just curious. IM new to the car.
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You're probably hearing the AIR pump running, it runs for a minute or two if even that on first startup. Nothing to worry about at all
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Welcome. What state are you in? You could take both out depending on smog regulations where you live
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Welcome. What state are you in? You could take both out depending on smog regulations where you live
IM stationed in jber ft. Richardson Alaska. It's a complete 180 from Alabama where IM from.
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Does sound like the AIR Pump, but have you checked your accessories?
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Originally Posted by Jake@Texas-Speed
Does sound like the AIR Pump, but have you checked your accessories?
No I haven't. What in particular should I check.
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Does sound like the AIR Pump, but have you checked your accessories?
Yeah check your accessories. Mine will do it some days. Its my power steering pump pulley. (The first wheel you see on the drivers side with the hood open)
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It could be anything from an idler pulley (most common), to your alternator, to your ps pump, etc.. Im just giving you something easy to check, and easy to rule out.
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Originally Posted by Jake@Texas-Speed
It could be anything from an idler pulley (most common), to your alternator, to your ps pump, etc.. Im just giving you something easy to check, and easy to rule out.
Alright i will check
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