How to stop squeaking belts?
How to stop squeaking belts? One of my belts is making a squeaking/squeeling sound on cold starts. I am not sure which belt it is since I haven't taken them off. Is there any way I can stop this without buying a new belt? For some reason I remember hearing you can take it off and scrub it with soap but I am not sure. Any help is appreciated.
Thanks
Jack
Thanks
Jack
12 Second Club
Joined: Mar 2003
Posts: 334
Likes: 0
From: jonesville, MI
Re: How to stop squeaking belts? It's been my experience that you can quiet belts temporarily, but the noise always comes back. Save yourself the hassle and 
and replace the noisy belt. Good luck!
my baby
and replace the noisy belt. Good luck!my baby
TECH Apprentice
Joined: Jul 2002
Posts: 393
Likes: 0
From: Tucson, AZ
Re: How to stop squeaking belts? It was my experience that if you spray it with the belt spray, the squeaking goes away. The problem bugged me for, I'd say a month or so, when my car had ~30-35kmiles. Then it just mysteriously disappeared. The car has 74k miles now and in those 2 years and 40+ kmiles I never had this problem again. Go figure. The dealer told me at the time it's a common problem... not sure if he knew about TSB.. ..I didn't. I'm replacing the original drive belt right now due to natural wear...
Re: How to stop squeaking belts? just change the belt...
you will need a new belt..about $25
and a 15mm socket(with the ratchet too of course)...to hold the tesnioner loose so you can get off the old and put on the new...
you will need a new belt..about $25
and a 15mm socket(with the ratchet too of course)...to hold the tesnioner loose so you can get off the old and put on the new...
Trending Topics
Re: How to stop squeaking belts? 1997-1999: Service Bulletin: Accessory Drive Squeak (Replace Idler Pulley)
Subject: Technical - Accessory Drive Squeak (Replace Idler Pulley)
Source: Chevrolet Service Bulletin
Number: 99-06-01-007
Models:
1997 - 1999 Chevrolet Corvette
1998 - 1999 Chevrolet Camaro
1998 - 1999 Pontiac Firebird
with 5.7 L Engine (VIN G - RPO LS1)
Condition:
Some customers may comment on a squeak noise coming from the engine or accessory drive while the engine is running . This squeak may vary in volume and may be heard inside the vehicle with the windows up and the radio on.
Cause:
The idler pulley dust shield may distort during assembly due to torquing of the mounting bolt. This distortion may cause the idler pulley dust shield to contact the bearing race and the pulley resulting in the squeak noise.
Correction:
A new idler pulley assembly is available with a thicker dust shield to prevent the distortion of the dust shield. The previous dust shield thickness is 0.61 mm. The new dust shield thickness is 1.37 mm.
Important
Do not over-torque the mounting bolt or the condition may reoccur.
Do not use pneumatic or electric tools for installation of the idler pulley assembly.
Tighten
Torque the idler pulley bolt to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).
Parts Information
Part Number
Description
12564401
Idler Pulley Assembly
Subject: Technical - Accessory Drive Squeak (Replace Idler Pulley)
Source: Chevrolet Service Bulletin
Number: 99-06-01-007
Models:
1997 - 1999 Chevrolet Corvette
1998 - 1999 Chevrolet Camaro
1998 - 1999 Pontiac Firebird
with 5.7 L Engine (VIN G - RPO LS1)
Condition:
Some customers may comment on a squeak noise coming from the engine or accessory drive while the engine is running . This squeak may vary in volume and may be heard inside the vehicle with the windows up and the radio on.
Cause:
The idler pulley dust shield may distort during assembly due to torquing of the mounting bolt. This distortion may cause the idler pulley dust shield to contact the bearing race and the pulley resulting in the squeak noise.
Correction:
A new idler pulley assembly is available with a thicker dust shield to prevent the distortion of the dust shield. The previous dust shield thickness is 0.61 mm. The new dust shield thickness is 1.37 mm.
Important
Do not over-torque the mounting bolt or the condition may reoccur.
Do not use pneumatic or electric tools for installation of the idler pulley assembly.
Tighten
Torque the idler pulley bolt to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).
Parts Information
Part Number
Description
12564401
Idler Pulley Assembly
LS1 Tech Stories
The Best V8 Stories One Small Block at Time
Topdon ONE vs. Artidiag 800 BT2: Which is the Diagnostic Tablet For You?
Pouria Savadkouei
Gas Monkey Built a 6-Wheel Ferrari Testarossa With a Corvette LT4 Engine
Verdad Gallardo
7 Most Reliable High-Performance Engines GM Has Ever Built
Verdad Gallardo
Amazing '71 Camaro Restomod Is Modern Muscle Car Under the Skin
Verdad Gallardo
6 Common C5 Corvette Failures and What's Involved In Repairing Them
Pouria Savadkouei
Retro Modern Bandit Pontiac Trans AM Comes With Burt Reynolds' Autograph
Verdad Gallardo
Top 10 Greatest Cadillac V Series Performance Models Ever, Ranked
Pouria Savadkouei
Top 10 Most Powerful Chevy Trucks Ever Made!
Hennessey's New Supercharged Silverado ZR2 Has 700 HP
Verdad Gallardo
TECH Fanatic
Joined: Feb 2002
Posts: 1,329
Likes: 0
From: Middleburg, FL
Re: How to stop squeaking belts? do TSBs have to be followed even after the warranty has expired? Mine has been doing it, and I got the ASP tensioner pulley, but haven't put it on yet. I may have the dealer re-do the dust shield, then put on the ASP pulley
