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On average, the cost for a Acura RSX Loud screeching noise when I start the car Inspection is $95 with $0 for parts and $95 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
2002 Acura RSXL4-2.0LService typeLoud screeching noise when I start the car InspectionEstimate$114.99Shop/Dealer Price$132.49 - $145.62
2004 Acura RSXL4-2.0LService typeLoud screeching noise when I start the car InspectionEstimate$94.99Shop/Dealer Price$112.52 - $125.67
2006 Acura RSXL4-2.0LService typeLoud screeching noise when I start the car InspectionEstimate$94.99Shop/Dealer Price$112.52 - $125.67
2003 Acura RSXL4-2.0LService typeLoud screeching noise when I start the car InspectionEstimate$94.99Shop/Dealer Price$112.48 - $125.60
2005 Acura RSXL4-2.0LService typeLoud screeching noise when I start the car InspectionEstimate$94.99Shop/Dealer Price$112.55 - $125.72
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A car that screeches should always get immediate attention. Although the situation isn’t necessarily dire, belts, pulleys, and tensioners are what keep your engine and other components running properly, and damage to one of them is likely the culprit here.

Common reasons for this to happen:

Drive or auxiliary belts are worn

The most frequent cause of a car making screeching sounds is that the drive belts or auxiliary belts are old and need to be replaced. When your belts start to wear out and fray, the oils within them will come out and encourage all forms of screeching and slapping sounds.

Tensioners and pulleys are worn

The pulleys and belt tensioners that keep your belt in place can also wear out over the course of time. The tensioner helps keep the belt in place and under the right alignment, while the rubber inside your pulley helps absorb the vibrations that are generated from your engine. If this rubber part wears out, your belt may also begin to have wear issues.

Wrong torque, alignment or belt size

If the torque and alignment on the belt tensioner and pulley are incorrect, your belt may not have the proper pressure on it. Also, there are times when the wrong size belt has been installed. Different engines require different belts. If a belt is too big, it will start making sounds as well.

What to expect:

A top-rated mobile mechanic will come to your home or office to determine the source and cause of the screeching noise, and will then provide a detailed inspection report that includes the scope and cost of the necessary repairs.

How it's done:

The mechanic will inspect the belts to see whether they are cracked, worn, or frayed. From there, the tensioners and pulleys may be looked at as well to make sure they are up to spec. Minimal wear and a good fit make all the difference with a screeching belt.

How important is this service?

Belt, pulleys, and tensioners make the difference between a quiet, perfectly running car, and a noisy one that may later result in a long list of repairs. Belts can snap due to age or improper installation, and big things like your engine can break, so it's advisable to get this issue diagnosed as soon as possible.

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Tyrone

11 years of experience
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Tyrone
11 years of experience
Acura RSX L4-2.0L - Brake Pads Replacement (Rear) - Springfield, Virginia
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Alfred

13 years of experience
507 reviews
Alfred
13 years of experience
Acura RSX L4-2.0L - Oil Change - San Francisco, California
Alfred arrived on time and was great at communicating before, during and after the appointment. I appreciated that he brought to my attention some additional fixings my car needs outside of the oil change that I had requested.

Choeun

15 years of experience
181 reviews
Choeun
15 years of experience
Acura RSX L4-2.0L - Radiator - Elk Grove, California
Choeun came an hour before the designated time which was great since we ran into some problems along the way with the parts that I provided. He managed to fix the problem with the aftermarket radiator hoses because it was too long made it fit perfectly by cutting it with his tool. He made sure to take his entire and every bolt removed to replace the radiator was properly put back into the new radiator with no screws leftover. This is a big issue for inexperienced mechanics where you have leftover screws. But not with Choeun. I enjoyed have Choeun work on my car knowing his background experience 10+years of a mechanic from various well known car shops. After the radiator was replaced he replaced my coolant and made sure no bubbles were left in the system. After all was done I am happy that I had Choeun to help me due to his expertise, his love for cars, and how helpful he was when I asked him about various toptics of cars and he was able to help me resolve them. Highly recommend as he is friendly to converse with.

Brian

10 years of experience
22 reviews
Brian
10 years of experience
Acura RSX L4-2.0L - Turn Signal Bulb Replacement (Front) - Chula Vista, California
Stellar job! Brian's the man.

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