1999 Lexus RX 300 Starting the car

1999 LEXUS RX 300
151,000 MILES • V8 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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ANDRELL5
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When starting the car from cold, it make a loud screeching sound. This doesn't happen from a warm engine. What could be the reason(s)? Just had a tune-up, and oil change.
Jun 7, 2008 at 12:40 PM
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MASTERTECHTIM
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you have a loose belt tensioner or a bad bearing in a idler pulley. check drive belt real closely for cracks and wear.
Jun 8, 2008 at 4:10 PM