2000 Ford Taurus Acceleration Whine

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JPWYLIE
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Hi, I have a 2000 Ford Taurus with 71,000 miles it is making a whining noice when you accerlerate then when you get to 45mph it runs fine. maybe just a little whin then when you slow down again the whining gets louder again. I had the alternator replaced though that did not help. And no know know whats wrong with it and it's driving me crazy please help!!!!
Mar 9, 2006 at 7:57 AM
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PEPPERMRJ
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Possibly a serpentine belt problem. Check the belt it's tensioner plus all pulleys. Take the belt off and spin them by hand.

Good luck and let us know. :)
Mar 11, 2006 at 11:07 AM
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Inspect the serpentine belt, tensioner, and all pulleys. Remove the belt and spin each pulley by hand to check for noise or roughness.

Conversation Summary

The owner of a 2000 Ford Taurus with 71,000 miles reports a whining noise that is louder during acceleration and when slowing down, then quieter around 45 mph. Replacing the alternator did not help. The expert suggests a possible serpentine belt problem and recommends checking the belt, tensioner, and pulleys, including spinning the pulleys by hand with the belt removed.

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