96 villager....whining sound
Fitztex40
04-10-2007, 02:59 PM
I have a 96 Villager with 152,000 miles. I just put new spark plug wires, spark plugs, oil change, new tires, new axles (left & Right), new water pump, rear shocks, front struts and alignment. Here is my problem now.........seems like on right front side a whining sound but can't determine where or what it is. The power steering seems to be fine and has fluid but do notice that when I turn left sounds like something rubbing and also when I first start up (starts fine) but the whining sound from right side. I also notice that when I give gas the whining sound is worse. What could this be? All belts look good. :banghead:
dzus
04-10-2007, 10:29 PM
If your motor & tranny mounts haven't been replaced I'd bet money they're shot.
Fitztex40
04-11-2007, 02:17 PM
a friend said it sounds like the idler pulley locked up or going out. will check this out soon as i can and let everyone know.
IH8SPM
04-13-2007, 09:42 AM
You need a new upper idler pulley bearing or you can replace the the whole pulley. I had the same problem on mine. They cost about $30 bucks at autozone or any other automotive store.
I hope that you had your acc belts changed as well as your timing belt. If not replace all your belts now to avoid another job in the future.
I hope that you had your acc belts changed as well as your timing belt. If not replace all your belts now to avoid another job in the future.
Fitztex40
04-15-2007, 12:54 AM
yep, it was the idler pulley and put on new belts. Now it is running great again. :)
IH8SPM
04-15-2007, 08:47 AM
Great! Thanks for posting back your results. Most people come in and get the help and never bother to say thanks with a follow up.
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