belt squealing

2002 SUBARU OUTBACK
175,000 MILES • 4 CYL • AWD • AUTOMATIC
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F.CAPELLE
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I have a 02 outback and the engine or belts squeal while idling and goes away after a little bit of driving. I have been using belt dressing/belt quieter but the squealing always returns, how may I address that issue?
Aug 12, 2011 at 8:36 PM
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MHPAUTOS
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I would replace the external belts first, ensure that they are tensioned correctly, if this is a serpentine type belt replace belt and if noise persists, replace the auto adjuster, these can loose tension over the years and can cause belts to squeal.
Aug 13, 2011 at 2:02 AM
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