The sound of a Bad Belt Tensioner Pulley Noise needing Repair

Welcome to our video "Unveiling the Chilling Sound of a Faulty Belt Tensioner Pulley"! In this captivating presentation, we dive deep into the unsettling world of bad belt tensioner pulleys and the ominous sounds they produce.
Our expert mechanics have meticulously captured and analyzed the haunting noises emitted by these faulty pulleys. Watch in awe as we unravel the mysteries behind these distressing sounds that can send shivers down any automobile enthusiast's spine.
By exploring the eerie clatters, squeals, and rattles that emanate from a failing belt tensioner pulley, we aim to equip viewers, DIYers, and automotive aficionados alike with an in-depth understanding of this crucial component. Stay ahead of potential issues by deciphering these unsettling soundscapes!
In this video, you'll witness actual footage of malfunctioning belt tensioner pulleys engendering disconcerting noises under various driving conditions. Our demonstrations provide a unique opportunity to train your ears to identify the distinct audio signatures associated with a failing pulley.
Discover the underlying reasons why an aging or damaged belt tensioner pulley can create such unsettling sounds, jeopardizing not only your vehicle's well-being but also your peace of mind on the road. Our comprehensive analysis sheds light on the potential consequences of neglecting these auditory cues and emphasizes the importance of timely maintenance or replacement.
Don't let the chilling sounds of a faulty belt tensioner pulley catch you off guard! Watch our video now to enhance your knowledge and refine your ability to detect these ominous noises. Become attuned to the signals your vehicle might be sending you, ensuring a safer and more enjoyable driving experience.
Prepare to be captivated as we expose the chilling sound of a bad belt tensioner pulley like never before. Empower yourself with the know-how to identify, address, and prevent potential issues, so you can confidently take control of your automobile's health.
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[@thedownzguy]

Ya ear dat? Dat rough sound? Dats bad!

[@RastamanBuilds]

Lol

[@samuelpanasyuk2955]

Listen to this

[@ibo1137]

xD

[@ItsAJokeRelax]

Love it 😂😂😂

[@zizoumonk10]

No woman no cry

[@SenfMustard]

Rasta making every problem sound cool af

[@nqabankosi6649]

How does it sound with the engine running cause I think mine could be bad as well

[@stevenmack2935]

you might not be able to hear with all the other engine noise, best thing to do is take the belt off if you can and spin all the pulleys

[@bdragonseven]

Point your ear towards it and get as close to it as you can. Usually, a bad bearing will exhibit many sounds but most people describe it as marbles in a bag. Squeaking, squealing, and grinding are also key indicators that your tensioners bearing is starting to die.

[@IWillBeAMillionair]

I drive a 2017 Audi Q7 I had my check engine light come on and off within like 2 hours time. This happened 2-3 weeks ago.. I scanned it right when it happened and it came up with a code for “super charger sensor” then disappeared… Nothing noticeably different while driving what’s so ever.. but a day after the code popped up and went away I start hearing a weird clanking/grinding like noise only when idling, As if one of my pulley went bad. I tell this mechanic that looked at it yesterday exactly what I just explained right.. So he looks at it and tells me that my supercharger was the cause of the noise, as well as the supercharger pulley tensioner.. Last night I have another guy look at it and without even taking it apart he looks, listens and tells me within 10 mins that it’s my water pump pulley that is bad. He’s 1000% sure not my supercharger. He said I would’ve had black smoke coming from my exhaust , loss of power along with some type excessive whining; in which none of this I experienced.. In your experiences and from the sound of this situation ; what are your opinion’s on this? Every answer and/opinion is greatly appreciated and will save me a few strands of hair that I have left on my head

[@PureBlood42]

What's even worse is clicking on a video, thinking you'll learn what a tensioner pulley sounds like when it's actually connected to a car, but instead, it's just some guy using it as a Fidget Spinner. 😅

[@TrippyWoodStock]

If I lived in Jamaica I would gladly let this man work on my ride just to hear how he talks 😂

[@RastamanBuilds]

lol nice

[@mohdibrahim1350]

Just changed two on my 07 lexus es350 but struggling to put the belt back😅

[@huracanzavala7825]

Howd it go lol

[@mohdibrahim1350]

@@huracanzavala7825 I did it eventually, the key was to put a pin to hold the tension on the tentioner.

[@IWillBeAMillionair]

I drive a 2017 Audi Q7 I had my check engine light come on and off within like 2 hours time. This happened 2-3 weeks ago.. I scanned it right when it happened and it came up with a code for “super charger sensor” then disappeared… Nothing noticeably different while driving what’s so ever.. but a day after the code popped up and went away I start hearing a weird clanking/grinding like noise only when idling, As if one of my pulley went bad. I tell this mechanic that looked at it yesterday exactly what I just explained right.. So he looks at it and tells me that my supercharger was the cause of the noise, as well as the supercharger pulley tensioner.. Last night I have another guy look at it and without even taking it apart he looks, listens and tells me within 10 mins that it’s my water pump pulley that is bad. He’s 1000% sure not my supercharger. He said I would’ve had black smoke coming from my exhaust , loss of power along with some type excessive whining; in which none of this I experienced.. In your experiences and from the sound of this situation ; what are your opinion’s on this? Every answer and/opinion is greatly appreciated and will save me a few strands of hair that I have left on my head

[@antonioescobar8414]

Sounds beautiful to me

[@RastamanBuilds]

😂You are a mechanic then

[@newtonraymond77]

It adds character

[@waynelynch3862]

Did it only make noise when AC on? That is what I'm dealing with. 2 garages said it was the Compressor. 3rd said maybe the Belt Tensioner. BIG difference in cost to fix.

[@adanrodriguez7804]

same bro it does tha noise when i turn the ac on in my camry 2011

[@waynelynch3862]

@@adanrodriguez7804 Getting mine worked on tomorrow. Hope it is the Tensioner and not the Compressor

[@user-mc2kk8yf5z]

@@waynelynch3862 i have same issue , how long can we drive with it making that noise, its been 1 week now, not getting worse or less, same noise..

[@waynelynch3862]

@@user-mc2kk8yf5z Answer varies from each garage. Some will scare you into getting it done asap. I'm on 2nd week. Most of them say that if (this or that) goes bad, breaks, explodes, it will send debris into the system, costing much more. Had mine looked at today in detail. The 'It might just be my Tensioner' turns out that I need a Compressor and Condenser. $2,100.00! I'm still in shock. THAT was the cheapest quote for both parts. Dont delay.Drop by a few shops and get quotes. I got free quotes until today. $70.00 for the diagnosis, which they will subtract if I used them for repair. That was also the cheapest price for diagnosis. I'm getting mine fixed next week. Would do it sooner, but got medical appts this week.

[@RastamanBuilds]

If it oscillates with a/c then it's very likely to be compressor

[@elguerokabron]

If i have a whining kind of squeel in my belt area but only on idle and low speed & acceleration, under 10 mph. Would that be because of a bad pully? As soon as i go over 10 mph the noise goes away.

[@RastamanBuilds]

If you steadily raise the RPM sitting still not driving does the noise go away. Its best to email me at rastamanbuilds gmail

[@vyassangadu2803]

I got the same issue on vitz 1kr on low rpm I got a rattling sound is it a pulley problem?

[@stealthcamo712]

Tick, tick, ticky means bad, folks 😅Mine needs replaced. Thanks for the vid. Helped me diagnose quick.

[@KingIrvXL]

Sound o get at very low rpm when taking off. Sometimes it doesn’t when it does it stays for while long as I’m driving. I thought it was a engine knock but it sometimes doesn’t happen

[@trkn5681]

How many miles on vehicle?

[@RastamanBuilds]

135K

[@verinb9]

"Oh wait I 4got to punch out!"(Joker voice) 🃏

[@davidaslan8935]

Just replaced mine it was 500 for the part and 300 to install that’s what Mercedes loves to do 😂

[@user-mc2kk8yf5z]

how long can u drive with it making that sqeueeky noise think mines belt not actually pully ,only makes noise under load

[@davidaslan8935]

@@user-mc2kk8yf5z i drove 20 minutes home without my belt😂 it snapped when I started the car after party and it drove like shit but my tensioner was bad so it could happen to yours too. Replacement belt was cheaper than the pulley depending how bad the belt is it’s worth having done mine drives like it’s brand new

[@user-mc2kk8yf5z]

@@davidaslan8935 yeah i just ordered both pully and belt, its been 2 weeks and stil going strong hasnt snapped yet lmao the part should arrive in another week .

[@davidaslan8935]

@@user-mc2kk8yf5z nice man you should tell a difference when you start up and power should increase. Is yours a e320 model?

[@user-mc2kk8yf5z]

@@davidaslan8935 ohh na its going on a infiniti q50s redsport lol

[@macsnapon]

Yep, that’s bearing

[@kezxie2913]

Hey I’m having a problem with my truck the pulley is vibrating and hitting a screw under it and cause a loud noise when driving , it mostly is loud when you rev the engine , it only makes it when the AC is on

[@RastamanBuilds]

That sounds like it needs replacing before it throws the belt

[@kezxie2913]

@@RastamanBuilds it already ripped the belt and I put a new one on and changed the pulley to a new one too and it was still making noise so I returned it idk if it could be the screws or what I don’t know what to try next

[@stanwilliams7871]

That's what mine is doing right now gotta replace it!

[@jovo21]

Can it make a heavy vibration on the engine ?

[@cadengilewski2299]

That’s most likely motor mounts

[@RastamanBuilds]

Not too heavy

[@rinzler9775]

You could use it as a bell.

[@RastamanBuilds]

You have a point. lol

[@DeniroJ]

Blood clot sound is that

[@thedownzguy]

Bumbaclot

[@Yotna-MXD]

🤣

[@samthemangh8038]

Mine makes this sound while light accelerating on my lancer

[@manuelester7420]

Now show us the good one. 😅

[@GSOAguitarplayer]

Sounds like a bell

[@deadprivacy]

A bell full of grit.

[@LeoDX677]

What will it sound like when the engine is running? Or it won't make any noise?

[@Joker-11B-SYLV]

Tell me you’re from Louisiana without telling me 😂

[@chewybacchus5918]

Hmmm….”No good day my people” Might have to unsubscribe me thinks🤔

[@hamerkiller]

I have this sound only if I have not used my car for a few hours and comes back but when I drive I do not hear the sound again I have a Honda civic 2013 ex 98k miles

[@RastamanBuilds]

You would have to send me a video so I can hear it

[@-_-_-....]

Praise i Jah, ja mon dis ya bearing sound tuff an ruff.. it became babylonian

[@a.m.mcaloon9874]

That looks way more like an idler than a tensioner.

[@CodyLee-lt7mr]

I think its one of those goofy looking dayco ones, not 100% sure but they do make tensioners that are offset like that Edit: can see a litens brand part directly behind they also make those kind of tensioner

[@-_-_-....]

I think you should stick to your bike

[@user-ln5fz6qk5n]

Where do you locate RAS

[@RastamanBuilds]

VA

[@timurtheking743]

Yeah but it's minor, it's not critical, you can still drive with it with no problems except an annoying noise, but even the noise is not that bad, you just need to get used to it

[@RastamanBuilds]

understood

[@jalawialotaibi6639]

dats money sound ma man

[@cindystockon8691]

How do you take off a tensioner pulley to replace it

[@RastamanBuilds]

Bolt in the center

[@ericmasonsr7403]

Respect Roots

[@RastamanBuilds]

respect due

[@galenyoung8349]

Armor all works best for belt squeek.

[@brandobeezy9863]

Isn't that an idler pulley?

[@cleronclarke5202]

We say NG as in no good

[@ts440s]

They thought mine was the alternator and it still had voltage said it was a diode going bad but still had voltage so noise continued for a year until pulley tensioner came off and destroyed belt I figured it was the alternator and would eventually go out stupid mechanic couldn't diagnose a bad tensioner ill fix it myself. They probably would have sold me a new alternator for 1200 then said it was a bad tensioner to fing mechanics are criminal.

[@taje017]

Fi true , it sound unsual