squeal when starting

2007 FORD RANGER
35,000 MILES • 6 CYL • MANUAL
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BIDTOBUYFOOTBALL
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2007 ranger 3.0 when cold and i start it gives a squeal for a couple of seconds . it sounds like is up front (alternator -belt or tensioner) . the engine has 35000 miles on it . the belt was changed at 30000 miles. HELP
Nov 27, 2010 at 8:42 AM
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SCOTTY DEE
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Try a Motorcraft belt. Sometimes aftermarket belts are just a tick off of the origianl design.
Nov 27, 2010 at 9:03 AM
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MHPAUTOS
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Belts do streach, i would be re checking the external drive belts first.

mark (mhpautos)
Nov 28, 2010 at 3:58 AM
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