Squealing Belt Noise - Toyota Yaris Forums

Toyota3000 · 07-23-2013, 01:24 PM

Hi all

Everytime I turn on the AC, that horrible squealing noise comes on. And just recently (after starting the car in the morning), the same thing happens but without the AC on.

But whilst I'm driving, the noise seems to go away. Is it a loose fan belt or do I need a new one ? - if it does need tightening, can I do it myself ? - please bear in mind I'm a complete novice.

Also, what are the repercussions of driving with a belt that needs looking into ? - is it dangerous ? - will it damage any major parts ?

It's a 2001 Yaris CDX btw, and not sure if the belt is original or whether it's been replaced in the past.

Thanks in advance

07-23-2013, 01:24 PM	#1
Toyota3000 Drives: Yaris 2001 CDX Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: UK Posts: 3	Squealing Belt Noise Hi all Everytime I turn on the AC, that horrible squealing noise comes on. And just recently (after starting the car in the morning), the same thing happens but without the AC on. But whilst I'm driving, the noise seems to go away. Is it a loose fan belt or do I need a new one ? - if it does need tightening, can I do it myself ? - please bear in mind I'm a complete novice. Also, what are the repercussions of driving with a belt that needs looking into ? - is it dangerous ? - will it damage any major parts ? It's a 2001 Yaris CDX btw, and not sure if the belt is original or whether it's been replaced in the past. Thanks in advance

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