The last week more so, but for some time now when i dropped down a gear, say to take a roundabout fast i had an intermittent screetching noise.
At first I thought it was one of the various warning noises/bleeps, because it was only a quick on and off.
I recently learnt how to make the noise i.e. what rev range and gear, and upon listening closely, it was definately not a bleeping noise.
I read the handbook and made sure it wasnt any of the buzzers, oil, coolant etc.
All fine.
Then checked belts, BINGO!!!
The power steering belt was loose, u could practically turn it over 360*.
Loosened pulley bolt, adjusted tightened again.
Well,
Now the car pulls alot, lot better. I think there was secondary strain being put on the other belt and pulley.
There was a lumpyness when changing gears before, like a slight hesitation, but its all gone.
Car feels much happier.
I apoligise for babbling but Im really happy i sourced the problem and car feels alot better.
Matt
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Cool nice one mate.:wiggle