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concerned driver · 07-25-2013, 01:12 PM

I have a 98 prism and the a/c makes a squealing noise. If anyone can tell me what this would be I'd really appreciate it.

crestliner · 07-25-2013, 02:19 PM

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Originally Posted by concerned driver

I have a 98 prism and the a/c makes a squealing noise. If anyone can tell me what this would be I'd really appreciate it.

The ac compressor is turned by a belt. If the belt becomes stretched or is loose the belt will often squeal when the ac is turned on. Check this first.

Thegonagle · 07-25-2013, 02:30 PM

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I have a 98 prism and the a/c makes a squealing noise. If anyone can tell me what this would be I'd really appreciate it.

It's going to be a drive belt. Since you didn't know that, I suggest you take it to a mechanic (or your shade-tree guy is fine--it's a simple fix). Shouldn't be very much $$ in the grand scheme of things.