1995 Honda Civic squealing!

235,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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BRIANB90
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i just bought my first car and it is squealing extremely bad. my father told me it was probaly oil on the belt so i degreased it and the whole engine and it is still the same. any suggestions? and also the a/c is not on during this squealing.
Jul 30, 2008 at 6:18 AM
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KHLOW2008
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H brianb90,

I suspect it is from the alternator belt which requires some adjustment or might be due for replacement.
Aug 1, 2008 at 9:30 PM
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BRIANB90
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you were exactly right. i got it tightened a bit and its running beautifully. thanks for the help.
Sep 9, 2008 at 4:09 PM
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