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Old 13th November 2019, 19:20   #4
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Originally Posted by genpk View Post
Got an issue with a loud noise like a faulty pulley or similar when switching the aircon on.
Noise stops when i switch off the aircon.
It almost sounds like its around near the belt tensioner area.
Peter,

Always bear in mind that engaging the air conditioning compressor places a heavy load upon the engine so an increase in noise could be a lot of things, not solely the compressor.

How many miles has your car covered since the ancillary belt tensioner was last replaced?

Simon
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