2002 Mazda Protege heater makes motor squeak

2002 MAZDA PROTEGE
144,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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SUMMITRESCUE
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when i turn on the heater,,,,a loud squeal comes from the area of the fan belts and pulleys. It gets louder as I accelleraate than goes away. It will do it all over again when i come to my next stop.
Nov 21, 2008 at 3:29 AM
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DAVE H
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your generator belt is loose/worn you could try tightening it up .. but it may be due for a new one ...
Nov 21, 2008 at 5:45 AM
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BRIAN719
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it's not a heater problem it's your alternator belt. I have the same problem in my 96' protege. countless people have this problem and the solution for it is unknown. if you tighten your belt it will stop it temporarily.
Feb 23, 2009 at 3:15 PM
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