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E320, has 90,xxx miles and the records show that the serp. belt was changed at around 60,xxx miles. I am hearing a moaning/whinning noise and put the auto stetheoscope on it and it was, without a doubt, noisest on the idler pulley housing. Has anyone seen the idler pulley bearing go? Can I wait to change it the next time I change the belt out (planning on changing it at 120,xxx miles.
thanks engatwork '95 E320 '97 Honda CRV |
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I have seen a number of these let go. When this happens, it can get the radiator. I would do this ASAP. We can get you OE parts for this job if needed.
You will need a new belt, bearing bracket, and deflection pulley if you are talking about the fixture that holds the fan on. ------------------ Benzmac: Donnie Drummonds 300E ASE CERTIFIED MASTER AUTO TECHNICIAN SERVICE MANAGER FOR 14 BAY FACILITY MERCEDES SPECIALIST 8 YRS PARTNER IN MERCEDESSHOP.COM |
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If you're sure the idler pulley is making noise, you should go on and change it before it freezes and breaks your belt.
I've had that experience on a Ford Ranger pickup, a pretty sorry little vehicle it's true, but the basic dynamic is probably the same. Harvey |
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Replaced the idler pulley and installed a new serp. belt this morning. There was some play in the pulley bearing. BUT I really can't tell awhole lot of difference in the noise. It is almost like a whirring sound and only shows up between around 1500 and 2000 rpm. While the belt was off I did put the stethesocope on the locations of the pulley and spun them. Really did not hear anything unusual and I am starting to think that this is just the way it sounds.
ot - replaced the front brake pads on the CRV today - 71,xxx miles on the OEM pads. Just reflects mostly highway miles. The rotors measured out fine. thanks engatwork '95 E320 '97 Honda CRV |
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