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karencali
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Oct 14, 2011, 11:34 PM

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Hi guys,

Tonight my car started squeaking really badly where the belt area is and the brake, engine, and battery light all came on almost simultaneously. When I got home and checked under the hood, the engine coolant compartment had its cap off, and there was minor smoke coming from inside. It may be a belt issue but I'm not really sure; any expert opinions would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks.


Hammer Time
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Oct 15, 2011, 3:12 AM

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It could be that the cap came off and got the belt wet but you need to investigate further. Refill the radiator with coolant and start the engine to see if the noise is still there. If so, remove the belt and see of any of the components are stiff or wobbly.



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Sidom
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Oct 15, 2011, 4:31 PM

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Why was the cap off?

Had you been checking the coolant level earlier?


karencali
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Oct 15, 2011, 5:56 PM

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Why was the cap off?

Had you been checking the coolant level earlier?

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It popped off while I driving. The smoke build-up probably increased the pressure inside the engine coolant compartment.



karencali
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Oct 15, 2011, 5:57 PM

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It could be that the cap came off and got the belt wet but you need to investigate further. Refill the radiator with coolant and start the engine to see if the noise is still there. If so, remove the belt and see of any of the components are stiff or wobbly.

I'll try that, thanks.



Hammer Time
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Oct 15, 2011, 6:03 PM

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It popped off while I driving. The smoke build-up probably increased the pressure inside the engine coolant compartment.


No, that's not even possible.



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