1991 Jeep Cherokee Bearing Squeal??

168,501 MILES • 6 CYL • 4WD • MANUAL
Avatar
JEEPGIRL720
  • MEMBER
  • 1 POST
So the deal is, I had replaced my belt because the other one was old, worn and squealing. Everything was fine and quiet for a little less than a day. Then all of a sudden, it started with a much louder much more obnoxious squeal. It wont do it when the car is idling, it will do it as i drive and slow when i slow down and will stop when push in the clutch and increase as speed increases as well as when i rev the engine. It's not a wheel bearing because it does it when im not in motion. The part where it stops when i push in the clutch is confusing. it sounds like it might be coming from the alternator but im not sure. Was curious if anyone had any input?
Nov 16, 2009 at 5:54 AM
Avatar
CSPRINGER
  • MEMBER
  • 2 POSTS
JeepGirl, I just replaced the serpentine belt on my 99 cherokee. It was squeeling badly, but only when the A/C was on. The old belt was cracked and badly glazed. I'm sure its the glaze that makes it squeel, and/or tension too light. Two days after I put on the new one a couple of small "chirps". I put more tension on the belt and problem solved. You can also rent a tension guage. Hope this helped you!
Nov 17, 2009 at 2:21 PM
Add a reply
Join 2CarPros for free, one of the most advanced car repair communities on the internet. From first-time drivers to seasoned mechanics, everyone is welcome to reply, share details, and get better answers. You can add a temporary image or video first; uploads are limited to 20 MB.

Frequently Asked Problems for This Vehicle