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Old 08-19-2014, 10:27 AM   #1
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High pitched squeal...help

Could it be the power steering pump? It squeal when the engine is running. No dash lights on yet. Turned on and odd re AC and no change in squeal.

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Old 08-19-2014, 10:44 AM   #2
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accessory belt tensioner, or alternator bearing..?
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Old 08-19-2014, 02:30 PM   #3
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Now smoke coming out of the right side exhaust pipe and sounds like a cylinder is missing, AOS?
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Old 08-19-2014, 03:13 PM   #4
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Could be any of the mentioned above, the water pump, AOS or alternatively a loose spark plug.

Try removing the oil filler cap while the engine is running - if its difficult to remove (ie a strong vacuum), the chances are your AOS has gone.

It would be a good time to check for error codes if you have a scanner....

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