noise coming from front of engine

[jesseb11]

2000 GMC Jimmy 4x4

Theres a noise coming from the front of the engine. Specificly sounds like its coming from the front left side near the starter. Dont know what it is. Usually hear it as soon as you start it up. Somtimes will get louder when you push on the gas. Need Help

Thanks, Jesse

[gmtech1]

Originally Posted by jesseb11

2000 GMC Jimmy 4x4

Theres a noise coming from the front of the engine. Specificly sounds like its coming from the front left side near the starter. Dont know what it is. Usually hear it as soon as you start it up. Somtimes will get louder when you push on the gas. Need Help

Thanks, Jesse

Hmmmm...where to start. The starter in located in the right rear area of the motor. Perhaps you meant alternator? What type of noise is it? Squeak...rattle...clunk...ect., noises can be very tough on a forum like this. Remove the belt and see if the noise is there. If not, you may just need a belt. Also while the belt is off, spin the pullys and check for noises. (Eng off while spinning the pullys)

[jesseb11]

Disreguard what I said about the starter... Its more of a clunk not rattle or squeak. Umm. I Highly doubt its the any of the belts by the noise its making... The noise gets quiet at some points but then loud at others. Usually gets pretty loud when you press the gas then let off of it.

[goser]

At a guess, sounds like it could be a motor mount?