1997 Toyota Camry LE screetching noise when starting

Tiny
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  • 1997 TOYOTA CAMRY
  • 4 CYL
  • FWD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 233,000 MILES
Some times when I start my 1997 Toyota Camry it makes a screetching noise then stops. Sounds like a belt but I have checked the belts.
Friday, December 3rd, 2010 AT 2:23 AM

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Tiny
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Most likely it's the alternator belt slipping! Is it serpentine? They can look ok but they show wear different than v belt. The pulley eventually bottoms out in groves allowing slippage. After start alternator puts out full(increased drag) to compensate for battery drain for a little time then goes back to regular output? Pretty common noise issue.
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Friday, December 3rd, 2010 AT 3:21 AM

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