2000 Ford Explorer Engine Chirping

2000 FORD EXPLORER
88,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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BULLDAWG18
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There is a high pitched chirping noise coming from front of engine. Have changed the serpentine belt and idle pullys already, what else could it be? Read something about a "camshaft position sensor". Could it be that? It idles rough most of the time.
Nov 11, 2009 at 2:02 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Did you replace the belt tensionier? Try this test. Start the car, open the hood, and pour a small amount of water on the belt to see if the noise changes or stops. Make sure to wear old clothes and have eye protection because there is a good chance the water will spray back at you.

Let me know what you find.

PS: I never heard of a cam sensor causing this sound.
Nov 17, 2009 at 5:06 PM
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