Rather Annoying

kash786 · 8 Jun 2012 at 09:37

I have a MK 4 TDi Golf.

When cold it makes a rather annoying 'squeaky' type noise, after further investigation, the noise is coming from the drive/alternator belt - but once it warms up, the noise dissapears.

Has this happended to anyone else? I've just ordered some belt dressing, which apparently helps sort the issue out. I'm just a little concerned though that it could be a bigger issue than just the fact it's cold, like an issue with pulley's etc..

P.S. Yes, I do know this is mechanics forum but thought I'd ask to see if anyone else has experienced something similar. Ta.

Cuchulain · 8 Jun 2012 at 09:43

Don't just slap belt dressing on it, you're only masking a potentially bigger problem (tensioner/water pump etc). Get it looked at properly.

Django x2 · 8 Jun 2012 at 10:16

Are you asking if anyone ever has experience of a slipping belt? I would imagine upwards of 50% of the members forum could quite happily sign on that line.

Best thing to do, replace the belt and ideally tensioners.

Nightglow · 8 Jun 2012 at 10:21

Cuchulain said:
Don't just slap belt dressing on it, you're only masking a potentially bigger problem (tensioner/water pump etc). Get it looked at properly.

Knackered alternator bearings as well can be added to the list.

Get it sorted asap.

kash786 · 8 Jun 2012 at 11:15

Thank you for the suggestion, will get it booked in.

End Creditz · 8 Jun 2012 at 13:01

Get an estimate on price before they do the work. It has the potential to be a big bill. Water pump + belt generally get changed at the same time on these engines. Similar lifespans I guess but expensive all the same.