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Report: Squealing In Timing Cover Area When Cold

Mazda 323 Problem
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Model Years Affected: 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994

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The timing belt tensioner pulley may make a squealing noise from the timing cover area on cold startup. An updated tensioner with a thicker mounting bracket to eliminate vibration may be needed to solve the problem.

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