Q: Squeaking engine noise
I have a squealing noise that is coming from my engine it will squeak for a couple days then stop and start all over again. I've been told that it's my alternator by one mechanic and that my alternator is fine by another and that my belt just needs replaced. So what should I do?
My car has 181000 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.
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