Whistling sounds

1998 HONDA CIVIC

121,076 MILES

MRGONZO12

MEMBER
3 POSTS

I get loud whistling sounds from the timing belt alternator area. I need some DIY instructions. I don't like to visit a mechanixc unless I realy have to. Is there something I can do to stop this sound???

Jun 17, 2012 at 5:52 AM

ASEMASTER6371

✓Experienced Mechanic
52,796 POSTS

we need to determine where it is coming from. it could be power steering pump from low fluid or the pump itself, it could be a bad bearing from water pump, alternator or ac compressor.

at least have someone identify the noise and the reason and get back to us

Roy

Jun 17, 2012 at 6:55 AM

KHLOW2008

✓Experienced Mechanic
41,814 POSTS

Get a rubber hose to act a sthetoscope to locate the source of noise.

Jun 17, 2012 at 9:10 AM

MRGONZO12

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Well the A/C doesn't work.. Maybe I should have mentioned that before

Jun 17, 2012 at 10:49 AM

KHLOW2008

✓Experienced Mechanic
41,814 POSTS

Remove the A/C belt to see if the noise goes away.

Jun 17, 2012 at 11:08 AM

MRGONZO12

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I'll have to locate it and tell then.. I dont know where it's located
3:37pm EST

Jun 17, 2012 at 12:37 PM

KHLOW2008

✓Experienced Mechanic
41,814 POSTS

The compressor has a belt running on the front part.

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Jun 18, 2012 at 7:49 AM

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