1997 Dodge Ram crankshaft chirp

1997 DODGE RAM
160,000 MILES • V8 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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RAM3788
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my dodge ram is chirping with the serpentine belt off, its coming from the crankshaft area. why is it chirping or squealing
Apr 26, 2009 at 9:55 PM
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CARADIODOC
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Good clue taking the belt off.

Try spraying some WD-40 behind the vibration damper. If the squeaking goes away for a little while, suspect the front main seal.

caradiodoc
Apr 27, 2009 at 5:58 PM
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