Squeeky Noise

[Jai]

I recently bought a 2nd Hand 1998 Automatic E36 BMW 316i from Singapore. After a few kilometers, I started hearing a squeeky sound from the hood. Various mechanics have told me to change the Pulleys, others the Fanbelts, others Timing-Belt tensioner, etc. The sound is heard when the car is idling and goes out when accelarating. I poured water over the pulleys and belts area and the sound goes out, but returns after a few hours. Any ideas anyone? [???1] [???1]

 

[DSK]

Sounds like a belt (fan belt) is starting to slip. These are very inexpensive to replace so if the belt is showing signs of wear/cracking just get it changed and that should solve your problem and its the most common item that squeaks like you describe.

 

[//Aesthetics45]

Or it can be your accessory belt. Is there smoke or any a burnt smell?

 

[Jai]

Thanx DSK, that has been my thinking tho' my mechs seem to have all sorts of other diagnosis cos the fan belt does not look worn out. I am changing the fan belt, asap.


Aesthetics45, there is no burnt smell, just an irritating sound.