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Old 10-16-2003, 03:53 PM
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2 days ago when I went to start the car this wining noise came out, It sounds like it somewhere where the timing chain is, but I can hear it more when im inside the car when its idling.When I drive I can't hear it only when it comes to a stop and idling. if anyone had this problem or might know what it is please help, thanks
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Old 10-16-2003, 03:56 PM
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Sorry i forgot to say its 97 maxima automatic
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Old 10-16-2003, 04:14 PM
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Maybe the idler pulley bearing is dead, timing chain shouldnt go dead, only the tensioner.
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Old 10-16-2003, 04:57 PM
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bad alternator? do any lights get brighter as u rev?
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Old 10-16-2003, 09:07 PM
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Yes, the lights get brighter when I rev, but only the speedometer lights, not the radio lights, but I replaced an alternator like 4 months ago, could it go bad again?
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Old 10-17-2003, 06:41 AM
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Was it an AutoZone one? Some people got the lifetime warranty AutoZone ones and they had to replace it twice, but 4 months seems to short. Go to AutoZone and have them test it for free

Check your belts too.
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Old 10-19-2003, 05:05 PM
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Yes it was the alternator, its from canadian tire but it was under warranty so I got it replaced for free only paid for labour, thanks for all your help
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