Noise from the thing that turns my belt

2001 HONDA ACCORD
219,800 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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MARLENA OAXACA
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There is a loud shop vacuum noise coming from what turns my belt like something came loose. loud air sound pulse sound like bearings are in There loose spinning around. Like some bearings are loose in a shop vac. What is that noise? No check engine light or anything. i don't own a code reader .
Jan 2, 2021 at 9:54 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

Chances are it is exactly what you described it as, a bearing in one of the belt-driven accessories.

Do me a favor. Take a pic of where the sound is coming from and upload it for me to see. That will help me.

I attached a pic below. If you are unable to get the pic uploaded, take a look at the pic I attached, copy it, and circle the component making the noise.

If you want, here are the directions for the removal of the belt. Remove the belt and by hand, turn each of the belt-driven accessories to see if you can locate which part is making the noise. Let me know what it is and I'll help you get it replaced.

2001 Honda Accord Sedan V6-3.0L
Procedures
Vehicle Engine, Cooling and Exhaust Engine Drive Belts, Mounts, Brackets and Accessories Drive Belt Service and Repair Procedures
PROCEDURES
Alternator-compressor Belt

Inspection and Replacement

1. Inspect the belt for cracks and damage. If the belt is cracked or damaged, replace it.


pic 1

2. Check that the pointer (A) on the auto-tensioner housing is not beyond the edge of the indicator rib (B) on the tensioner base.


pic 2

3. Move the auto-tensioner (A) to relieve tensioner from the alternator belt (B), and remove the alternator belt.
4. Install the new belt in reverse order of removal.

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Take care and I will watch for your reply.

Joe
Jan 3, 2021 at 11:43 AM
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