Timing belt replacement and subsequent noise (humming)

Discussion in 'General Motoring' started by syl.news2, Oct 24, 2009.

  1. syl.news2

    syl.news2 Guest

    Hi,
    I replaced my timing belt on my Elantra 2003, at the same time i also
    replaced the idler pulley and tensioner. The job gone well but i can
    hear a noise that was not present before the job was done. I also
    replaced my timing belt on my previous car that was an Accent 2004,
    and the same sound appeard after the replacement.
    What are the most common causes for this kind of noise? Is it normal
    for a new timing belt, or did i put too much tension on the belt (too
    much tighten) ?

    Thanks for you help!
     
    syl.news2, Oct 24, 2009
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  2. Missing any wrenches or sockets?
     
    Amanda Hugenkiss, Oct 24, 2009
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  3. syl.news2

    hyundaitech Guest

    There'll be a whining noise if the belt tension is excessive. I find
    it very odd this would occur on the Accent, since it has a spring-
    loaded tensioner which will self-tension properly if its mounting
    bolts left loose and then tightened after the tensioner positions
    itself when all the slack is on the tensioner side of the belt.
     
    hyundaitech, Oct 28, 2009
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  4. syl.news2

    syl.news2 Guest

    There'll be a whining noise if the belt tension is excessive.  I find
    The problem actually was on the Elantra, yesterday i reduced the
    tension on the belt and the problem is solved. There is still a small
    whining noise but it's in the normal range.

    Thanks for your help.
     
    syl.news2, Oct 29, 2009
    #4
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