Belt squealing all the time in a 94 geo prizm

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SHONFELD
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Recently my husband changed the belt in my 1994 Geo Prizm because the old belt was worn and badly in need of replacement. Now every time I start the car and drive it, it screeches loudly. Sometimes if I turn on the AC, the screeching will stop for a bit but the car begins to chug and run roughly (it's a manual). He has tried to tighten the belts (AC and serpentine)but nothing seems to help. This is terribly annoying and distracting to drive while my car screams like a banshee. Help me please!
Mar 24, 2011 at 9:44 AM
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FIXITMR
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hope he didn't buy cheap belts! and did it squeal before he changed them?
Mar 24, 2011 at 3:29 PM
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MMPRINCE4000
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Also check for belt contamination like oil or coolant, if you see any oil or coolant on belt, that will have to be fixed first.
Apr 7, 2011 at 5:00 AM
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