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2001 FORD FOCUS
90,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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BARNBROOK
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How do i stop the auxilliary belt from making a high pitched chattering noise.if i spray it with wd40 its stops the noise but only for a while,thanks.
Nov 17, 2010 at 9:53 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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The belt is most likely dried out. If the sound comes right back and the belt is properly tightened, most likely, it needs replaced. NOTE: If you have been spraying WD40 on it, make sure to clean all pulleys prior to replacing the belt.
Nov 17, 2010 at 10:00 AM
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BARNBROOK
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Many thanks for your advice,very much appreciated.
Nov 17, 2010 at 10:11 AM
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