Recently bought this car (when it was warm out) now that its cold it makes this noise when it starts. (Doesn't happen after the car has warmed up) My thought was to replace serpentine belt, tensioner, and idler pulley but I am no expert. Any help would be appreciated.
What is this noise at cold start? (2016 SR5)
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My first guess would be the belt slipping on some roller. Take it off and turn every single one of them by hand?
Second guess is starter is not retracting back.
Ask wife to start the engine in the morning and listen/watch it with the hood open?
Second guess is starter is not retracting back.
Ask wife to start the engine in the morning and listen/watch it with the hood open?
There are two ways to put the belt on, the right way and the wrong way. After my water pump replacement (2015 double cab) I got that squeal. When the truck was warm no squeal. I took it back and they put the belt on correctly.