MK5 Golf GTI

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Title: squealing shreaking noise
Post by: gazzagti2018 on May 14, 2018, 11:51:04 am

Hi all

Newbie to the group and newbie mk5 GTI owner , took her on a run and notice a squealing type noise, not while breaking just general running ???

Title: Re: squealing shreaking noise
Post by: Ripstop on May 15, 2018, 04:10:17 pm

Fan belt? They squeal like crazy if they are getting a bit old and harden up. Aircon compressor could also be a culprit as the bearings on older models start to play up. Try it with aircon off and on and for the belt I also just put a little water on it as a test and run the car on a short trip.

Need a bit more info on where but I presumed engine bay and in the cabin?

Rip.

Title: Re: squealing shreaking noise
Post by: Octoparrot on May 15, 2018, 09:24:02 pm

Could be a knackered pcv, do a search on YouTube for videos and see if the sounds are similar, also could be alternator bearings, tensioners, rollers etc. does it happen whilst stationary and at all engine speeds.

Title: Re: squealing shreaking noise
Post by: gazzagti2018 on May 17, 2018, 01:47:21 pm

Thanks for the replies it happens after the engine is warmed up short runs,  then after say 6 - 7 miles it starts, general running not braking or accelerating