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Chirping noise like a bird coming from the engine

Tiny
PUNGAMAN
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  • 1996 HOLDEN COMMODORE
  • 176,000 MILES
I have a 1996 VS commodore 176000km, it has a chirping noise like a bird coming from the motor, what is this & would it last a 3hr trip It has just started.
Tuesday, March 20th, 2012 AT 7:22 PM

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Tiny
FIXITMR
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  • 9,990 POSTS
Maybe bad bearing on alternator or belt idler wheel.
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Wednesday, March 21st, 2012 AT 3:54 AM
Tiny
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Check serpentine belt and get the tensioner checked there is a wear indicator on it that shows if the tensioner has lost to much tension. If the belt shows any signs of cracking replace it as well.
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Monday, March 26th, 2012 AT 9:43 AM

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