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Old Oct 11, 2008 | 01:27 AM
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Its been a while since ive own something this old before. If i turn the wheel and it turns smooth then stops then smooth and stops and when it stops this squeeling comes from under the hood. Thats a sign that my belt isnt tight enough right, or needs replaceing.

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Old Oct 11, 2008 | 02:04 AM
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Yep. Sounds like the belt is the first thing to check
 
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Old Oct 11, 2008 | 07:40 AM
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then check your power steering fliud
 
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Old Oct 11, 2008 | 11:34 AM
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Na the pumps not whineing, ive had an old car before where it did this turn squeel thing before and it was always either a loose or worn out belt. I just havent had time to check it out yet. Will get pictures soon.
 
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Old Oct 11, 2008 | 02:24 PM
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check belts, tighten if necessary, replace if necesssary
 
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Old Oct 11, 2008 | 02:29 PM
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check the blinker fluid reservior while you're at it.
 
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