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Squeaking in engine bay

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Old 09-20-2007, 10:55 PM
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I accidently spilled some power steering fluid on the V-Belts. (Got to love where the cap for the PS is). Now the engine squeaks. I know the culprit is the belt, but how do I fix it?
 
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Old 09-20-2007, 11:28 PM
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Best replace it with a new one.
 
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Old 09-21-2007, 07:24 AM
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ZEP solvent will clean it up, and not leave residue. I use it where I work to clean copper, which stains very easily. I've used Zep many times over the years, in many dif applications, and it works very well. We call it "Vanighing Oil".
 
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Old 09-21-2007, 10:49 AM
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You can also spray some brakleen on it. It will absorb the oil and evaporate.
 
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Old 09-21-2007, 12:40 PM
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Assorted belt dressings are at your local autozone, or just try some pool chalk.

bill.

 
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Old 09-24-2007, 12:23 AM
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I replaced both belts. It turns out the alternator bearings were the culprit. Time to change out the alternator. bleh
 
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