does anyone know why, in wet weather, my clio 1.4 automatic, screeches on start-up and pulling away at junctions. it's o.k when its dry! any advice appreciated, thanx.
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20 years ago
Clio screeching in wet weather?
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20 years ago
The fan belt is slipping.
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Or possibly the PAS belt.
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Commonly a drive belt - first guess would be the alternator one since this is under its greatest load just after start up as it re-charges the battery. If it's been doing this for a while, replace it as it's likely to fail totally.
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Agreed, but if most journeys are less than 20 minutes and you live close to a parts shop, it's no great hassle if it does fail. Tightening it up is only likely to stop the screech for a couple of weeks.
If the PAS belt was slipping, when you were turning on full lock it would screech and the steering would become heavy. If it breaks you will get good exercise until you fix it.
If it's the alternator belt, it usually only slips at certain speeds or in certain conditions. Occasionally the battery light might flicker on the instrument panel as it slips. If it breaks, the battery light should come on and stay on. You will have more or less 30 minutes driving before the car splutters to a halt with a flat battery. Lights, wipers, fan and worst of all starter motor and heated window will drain the battery faster.
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