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Old 03-11-2004, 21:32   #38
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Re: Funny noise coming from my car

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Originally Posted by Tricky
Call in at a local garage say the belt is slipping and they'll usually tighten it up for free (takes 5 mins top) which will stop the squeak, they may say the belt has started to fray which is why it has started to slip and that'll cost you £20 max. If you suddenly get a couple of red lights (battery especially) this means the belt has come off all together and it's a good idea to stop cos it will normally mean your water pump is not working and this make your Corsa a little warm (no that's not how to get a hot hatch).
The belt is perfect condition and is as tight as it will go. Its the alternator itself wich is causing the problem since it is resisting the belts pull and making it slip
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