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Old Jun 2, 2004 | 12:16 AM
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Squeaks when shifting

I have a 2002 F-150 and the fan belt squeaks when it shifts under hard acceleration. Is there anything that I can do to stop this?

Also I am also wondering if the 2002 5.4L engine has anti-knock sensors?
 

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Old Jun 2, 2004 | 08:24 AM
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How many miles on your truck?
It may just need a new belt.
Yes the 5.4 does use a knock sensor.
 
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Old Jun 2, 2004 | 04:13 PM
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I have a 2001 and the belt has always done that. I assume they have very carefully designed the tensioner so that it applies enough load, but not too much! Consequently, at high and fast-changing RPM's, it slips just a little. I guess if it bothers you (and I agree it'd be better without it), you could try replacing the belt and/or tensioner.

Anyway, approaching 80,000 miles, mine has caused no problems. I'll probably replace the belt as preventative maintenance soon, so I'll let you know if that changes anything.
 
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Old Jun 2, 2004 | 10:09 PM
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Put a shift kit in it, that way the screeching of the tires when it shifts will be louder than the belt
 
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