I just got hold of a 1998 Peugeot 406 V6, and the only thing that seems wrong with it, is that when starting from cold there is a squeal from from the auxiliary belt, if I turn the steering wheel it squeals louder or if the air con kicks in it squeals more as well. Once it has run for a bit and warmed up the squeal goes away. It is definately something to do with the belt, as I removed it to check if it squealed without it and it didn't.
It is just so annoying to pin point where the noise is coming from!
So do you think it could be bearings gone in something(air con compressor, alternator or power steering) or the pulleys need replacing? and how much do you think it would cost to fix?
Auxiliary Belt squeal
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teamster1975
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Re: Auxiliary Belt squeal
Welcome mate! 
Usual source of squeal is the alternator, I changed mine back in December. You'll soon know if you spin it by hand with the belt off, or use a long screwdriver as a sounding rod to listen while it's running.
Usual source of squeal is the alternator, I changed mine back in December. You'll soon know if you spin it by hand with the belt off, or use a long screwdriver as a sounding rod to listen while it's running.
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1996 406 Executive 2.0 Turbo XU10J2TE No longer hangin' on in there
1997 Honda CB500V
2003 Volvo V40 1.8 GDi SE killed by a nutter in a beemer 5 series
2008 Mondeo 2.0 TDCi Titanium X
"Always look on the bright side of life, dedo, dedo dedodedo"
Re: Auxiliary Belt squeal
If it is the alternator where is the cheapest place to buy one?
I found this website:-
http://www.thepeugeotshop.co.uk/search? ... alternator
They have them for nearly £300, is that the typical price I will have to pay.
I found this website:-
http://www.thepeugeotshop.co.uk/search? ... alternator
They have them for nearly £300, is that the typical price I will have to pay.
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teamster1975
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Re: Auxiliary Belt squeal
Eurocarparts is where I bought mine, It was £160 off the top of my head but you will need to give them your old one.
Just make sure you get the correct Amperage rating!
Just make sure you get the correct Amperage rating!
1996 406 1.8LX Got a bad case of hydro lock!
1996 406 Executive 2.0 Turbo XU10J2TE No longer hangin' on in there
1997 Honda CB500V
2003 Volvo V40 1.8 GDi SE killed by a nutter in a beemer 5 series
2008 Mondeo 2.0 TDCi Titanium X
"Always look on the bright side of life, dedo, dedo dedodedo"
1996 406 Executive 2.0 Turbo XU10J2TE No longer hangin' on in there
1997 Honda CB500V
2003 Volvo V40 1.8 GDi SE killed by a nutter in a beemer 5 series
2008 Mondeo 2.0 TDCi Titanium X
"Always look on the bright side of life, dedo, dedo dedodedo"
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Welly
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Re: Auxiliary Belt squeal
Sounds like the belt/tension to me - very often just changing the belt for a new one does the trick if not maybe the tensioner (it's not a bad idea to change this anyway before embarking on more costly jobs).
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Re: Auxiliary Belt squeal
Aye. Step one is to get a new belt and replace it. While you've got the old one off, check everything for squeaking when turning by hand
<steve_earwig> I think this forum is more about keeping our cars going with minimal outlay than giving our cars more reason to go bang
Re: Auxiliary Belt squeal
volcane wrote:I just got hold of a 1998 Peugeot 406 V6, and the only thing that seems wrong with it, is that when starting from cold there is a squeal from from the auxiliary belt, if I turn the steering wheel it squeals louder or if the air con kicks in it squeals more as well. Once it has run for a bit and warmed up the squeal goes away. It is definately something to do with the belt, as I removed it to check if it squealed without it and it didn't.
It is just so annoying to pin point where the noise is coming from!
So do you think it could be bearings gone in something(air con compressor, alternator or power steering) or the pulleys need replacing? and how much do you think it would cost to fix?
This sounds like a classic slack fan belt.
Check that the tensioner is actually doing its job tensioning the belt correctly.
If the tensioner is working right, change the belt and see if the problem goes away, obviously, whilst the belt is off, check the other pulleys for damage
Re: Auxiliary Belt squeal
Hello,
You can get a belt kit from motor factors (or main dealer) which has the tensioner, idler pulley and tensioner as well as a new belt. Its pretty difficult to identify whether the squeel is coming from alternator,power steering pump or A/C compressor. When my alternator bearings were shot it didn't squeel but made a roaring noise instead. A local auto electrician replaced the bearing for about £20 - a lot cheaper than changing the alternator. Start with the belt kit and see how it goes.
You can get a belt kit from motor factors (or main dealer) which has the tensioner, idler pulley and tensioner as well as a new belt. Its pretty difficult to identify whether the squeel is coming from alternator,power steering pump or A/C compressor. When my alternator bearings were shot it didn't squeel but made a roaring noise instead. A local auto electrician replaced the bearing for about £20 - a lot cheaper than changing the alternator. Start with the belt kit and see how it goes.