I am getting an inconsistent chirping noise on my 2013 Honda Pilot. Happens sometimes in the 15 to 40 mph range, but not always. Never on fast acceleration. Ossilation type chirp but not brakes. Everything looks good. No leaks...
Welcome to the southeast! Thanks for any help.
Sounds like one of the following: bad serpentine belt, bad serpentine system pulley (bearing), bad serpentine system tensioner. On many cars you can buy a kit that includes the belt and all of the accessory pulleys and replace everything for relatively cheap if you cant isolate the sound. If that's a bit outside of your price range I would start with the belt and go from there - make sure you buy a quality belt with notches perpendicular to the grooves so it lasts longer.
@inthedetailsthanks for responding! Mrranger zr1 suggested removing serpentine to test. Not sure if I can drive it without that?
Open the hood and rev the engine to see if you can hear the noise. You can remove the serpentine belt (not timing belt!!!) and do the same test. Careful not to drain the battery!
@mrrangerzr1
Seems to only happen when riding down the road at that speed...
Is it ok to ride down the road without serpentine?
Thanks for the response!
Yes buy you won't have power steering, it will be hard to steer.