1996 Ford Explorer squeals on startup

1996 FORD EXPLORER
134,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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RAKEN47
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When starting the car it produces a squealing noise similar to the fan belt squeal but has an auto tensioner and the belt is tight. I noticed small metal pieces in the air conditioner clutch where the fan belt is, could this be producing the noise?
Sep 10, 2009 at 3:51 AM
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JGAROFALO
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[quote:6ec67230d1="raken47"]Noises problem
1996 Ford Explorer 6 cyl Four Wheel Drive Automatic 134000 miles

When starting the car it produces a squealing noise similar to the fan belt squeal but has an auto tensioner and the belt is tight. I noticed small metal pieces in the air conditioner clutch where the fan belt is, could this be producing the noise?[/quote:6ec67230d1]

Without seeing the metal pieces, it is difficult to say if that is a source of noise, but a failing bearing in the clutch assembly can cause noise. Also, a weak tensioner or worn belt can cause noise.
Sep 11, 2009 at 10:41 PM
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LYNDON9
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Its your tensioner...i had the same problem and just replaced the tensioner.
Oct 28, 2009 at 12:32 PM
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