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For 1990-2009 cars only

Generator Makes Noises After The Engine Starts

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

No

1

Perform the Belt Drive System Diagnosis. Refer to Drive Belt Diagnosis Accessory Drive Belt Diagnosis in Engine Mechanical 2.2L.

Were any drive belt repairs adequate to solve the problem?

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Go to Engine Electrical Diagnostic System Check Engine Electrical Diagnostic System Check.

Go to Step 2

2

Is the vehicle equipped with a 2.2L Engine?

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Go to Step 3

Go to Step 4

3

Replace the Generator. Refer to Generator Replacement Generator Replacement (2.2L).

Are the repairs complete?

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Go to Engine Electrical Diagnostic System Check Engine Electrical Diagnostic System Check.

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4

Replace the Generator. Refer to Generator Replacement Generator Replacement (4.3L).

Are the repairs complete?

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Go to Engine Electrical Diagnostic System Check Engine Electrical Diagnostic System Check.

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