Pulley Noise

[VortecGT]

I have a loud squealing noise coming from the belt area, It doesent start till the car is warm and it went away after I tightend the power steering pulley nut, now its back and really getting on my nerves anyone else have this problem?

 

[SHObill]

there was a reason that power steering pulley nut was loose!

 

[VortecGT]

Do you think it came loose because of play in the pump shaft? It seems to be fine when trying to wiggle it by hand and the pulley seems to be good(not moving side to side). How tight should it be?

 

[rubydist]

Are the belts in decent shape and tight? Most belt squeals are from loose belts or worn belts that no longer grip.

 

[VortecGT]

The belt is brand new, do you have to tighten it enough to compress the washer? Should the washer be on the outer part of the pulley?

 

[rubydist]

Yes, the outside of the ps pulley should have a flat washer and a lock washer. You need to tighten the nut enough that the lock washer is compressed flat.

 

[VortecGT]

ok, looks like I forgot to put the flat washer on but now I can't find it does anyone know the size or have an extra? Thanks

 

[jmpSHO]

Just pull the nut off and go to Home Depot or something and match up a washer the best you can.