weird noise
I have a 03 v8 Dakota, I have recently been hearing a high pitched sequel come from my truck, it sounds like it is come from underneath my cab. It only happens when I accelerate from a stop.
I agree with 00DakDan here. Sounds like a new tensioner and belt may be in order.
With the engine at idle, watch the tensioner for bounce or any movement at all; there should be no "real" movement. If it bounces, then it's bad.
Report back if it's steady, then we'll direct you to a better place to look.
Good luck!
With the engine at idle, watch the tensioner for bounce or any movement at all; there should be no "real" movement. If it bounces, then it's bad.
Report back if it's steady, then we'll direct you to a better place to look.
Good luck!
If you can gas the engine by hand while under the hood and repeat the noise, you can spray WD-40 on the belt/area to see if that is the cause. Otherwise, you can spray WD-40, get in and drive, to see if the sound has immediately stopped.







