2002 tundra belt problem

the belt on my tundra started squeaking a while ago, the belt looks fine and the tensioner is in the right position, i tried using belt dressing and doesnt squeak as much but a few times it wouldnt start in the cold, it would screech and stall. . could the belt be stretched out? also the engine seems to surge when idling, could this be related?

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Christopher Hollman
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1) Just replace the accessory drive belt. They have a history of squeaking without stretching. It's easy to do...Goodyear and Gates make good replacements. The new belt will seem that it is too short, too short for sure, certainly is too short...oh, fits just right. 2) Clean the throttle body. Engine off, remove the black plastic cover from the intake, remove the air inlet to the engine, and with aerosol throttle body cleaner and a soft, lint-free cloth, wipe everywhere inside the throttle body. Get your finger behind the spring-loaded throttle plate. Get all the dirt and bits of rag out of there, and close things up. If the truck runs differently, give the computer time to get used to the clean TB. If you have an aftermarket air filter, throw it away and go back to a good Toyota/Denso air filter element.

Ken

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Ken Shelton

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