A MECHANIC has revealed what it means when your car makes a squeaking noise – and how a common fix can make it worse. The sound can be a sign of a deeper problem, but turning to the seemingly obvious ...

Fan belts and other rubber drive belts can squeak or squeal if they’re not correctly adjusted for tension. Usually, a too-loose belt will be the cause, and to fix it, you need to slacken off the ...

A good quality fan belt will be designed to minimise the amount of friction generated within your car’s engine. Does your car sometimes make a loud squeaking sound in the morning as you start driving?