Sounds it knows · Belts and accessories

Squealing Noise on Startup.

The classic squeal on startup or in the rain. The belt or its tensioner.

Urgency
A

What it usually is

A glazed or worn serpentine belt, a weak tensioner, or a misaligned pulley.

B

What to do

A belt and tensioner job is cheap insurance. A thrown belt takes the water pump with it.

C

Let something listen to it

Reading about sounds only goes so far. The tuner on our home page listens in your browser and tells you what it hears. The app goes further: it names the exact fault, checks it against your vehicle, and tells you how urgent it is.