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Nov 3, 2009 | 03:58 AM

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strange whine noise

When I dont have the stereo on I can hear somewhere on the car (either the rear end or engine bay) a low whine. Soon as I accelerate it really becomes evident....kind of reminds me of a supercharger whining up.

Any ideas what it is and if it means something is about to break? I'm getting ready for a 1800 mile trip to head back home in 2 weeks so just wanna get things taken care of before I leave.

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Nov 3, 2009 | 04:04 AM

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sounds like gear howl. if you still have a 10bolt, its probably going out...

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Nov 3, 2009 | 05:45 AM

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Sounds like the alternator, or a pulley.

Remove the main drive belt and see if the sound goes away.

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Nov 4, 2009 | 12:19 AM

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sounds like gear howl. if you still have a 10bolt, its probably going out...

Any way to know for sure if it is without going to the dealership?

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Sounds like the alternator, or a pulley.

Remove the main drive belt and see if the sound goes away.

I'll give it a whirl, but it sounds like it is coming from the rear

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Nov 4, 2009 | 12:47 AM

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Maybe you have a hidden supercharger?? LOL J/K ...good luck getting this worked out.

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Nov 4, 2009 | 10:34 AM

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Sounds like gear whine to me. Those !@#$ 10-bolts!!!!!

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