Four second whining noise after driving through water, could it be the transmission?

Tiny
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I recently had my transmission fail and I replaced it (for $4,000.00) now tonight after driving through standing water I had a four second whining noise though the car drove normally. Are these issues related? Otherwise, what would possibly cause the whining?
Wednesday, December 15th, 2021 AT 5:45 PM

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Tiny
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Hi,

Chances are it isn't related to the transmission. If you ran through a lot of water, I suspect one of the accessory drive belts got wet and you may have heard it slipping.

Has the noise stopped and not returned?

Let me know.

Joe
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Wednesday, December 15th, 2021 AT 8:36 PM
Tiny
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Yes, the noise stopped and didn’t return. My mechanic said not to worry about it. He told me pretty much what you said.
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Thursday, December 16th, 2021 AT 8:03 PM
Tiny
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Hi,

At this point, I feel he is correct. If by chance it happens again, please feel free to come back and let me know. We'll figure it out together.

Take care and I hope you have a great Christmas.

Joe
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Thursday, December 16th, 2021 AT 8:18 PM
Tiny
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Merry Christmas to you as well. Thanks you!
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Friday, December 17th, 2021 AT 5:55 AM

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