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Jan 31, 2010 | 04:55 PM

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Engine Noises

Ive got a loud metal ticking sound coming from the engine. Also after running through a gear, if i do not shift and allow the RPMs to fall back down i get a loud squeak that sounds like a belt slipping.

Ive searched a bit and from what ive found it looks like a loose harmonic balancer in the crank pulley but it doesn't make any squeaking on acceleration.

Any help would be great.

Thanks

Jan 31, 2010 | 05:41 PM

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I see you have an 05. If it's an early VIN you should stop driving it and take it to the dealer ASAP. There is a TSB about it. If you do a search in the FAQ section you should find out all you need to know about the problem.

Jan 31, 2010 | 06:22 PM

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So from what i described it sounds like the Crank Bolt loosening or the harmonic dampener?

Jan 31, 2010 | 06:24 PM

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If you suspect the pulley, have a look at it with the engine running. Is it wobbling around like a paint mixer? Does the belt appear to be riding up against the rear flange? Is the pulley (gulp) kissing the front cover?

Feb 1, 2010 | 01:39 AM

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Will do tomorrow.

Also got the squeaking noise today after hitting a bump in the road. Engine was in gear deaccelerating but was silent until the bump.

Feb 1, 2010 | 01:48 PM

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Pulley is for sure wobbling a bit. And it may be a little bit back but cant really tell.

Feb 1, 2010 | 05:55 PM

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Mild squeaking at idle... think this one is pretty much concluded.

Appt. for the dealership tomorrow

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Feb 2, 2010 | 12:41 PM

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Back from the dealership. Said it was the idler pulley so big relief there. They wanted $350 to replace both idler pulleys and both belts. lol Laughable so i payed the diagnostic and left.