this car howls when it starts up and goes away when it warms up

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it only does it on acceleration, but it is very distinct I really cant pinpoint it, any help would be great

Nov 29, 2011

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this car howls when it starts up and goes away when it warms up

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it only does it on acceleration, but it is very distinct I really cant pinpoint it, any help would be great

barry christianson in Mondovi WI

Nov 29, 2011

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patrick mannionon Nov 29, 2011

It's hard to guess what is causing the noise without hearing it first hand. My first guess would be a loose or contaminated fan belt. Look for a lose fan belt, wear, cracks or oil or anti freeze contamination on the fan belt. If it's not fan belt related a mechanic is going to have to test drive the car with you so you can point out the noise. Could it be a vacuum sound that would seal as the engine gets up to operating temperature?

barry christiansonon Nov 29, 2011

it does have a belt squeal but the howl is completely different

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