1998 Ford Mustang belt

1998 FORD MUSTANG
96,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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EL_CHANFLE72
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When I start my car it makes a high screeching noise and then smells like the belt is burning. After a couple of attempts the belt broke, i replaced it and get same high pitch noise. The compressor seems not to spin and causes friction when i crank it. Any suggestions on what I can do or what is wrong, before i take it in to a shop.
Nov 1, 2008 at 2:44 PM
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MERLIN2021
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Probably the pulley bearing has sieaed, you can replace that part with a junkyard one without opening the system, unless it has ruined the compressor due to the heat.
Nov 1, 2008 at 2:55 PM
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