pookyvr6 0 Posted December 17, 2003 VR6 is flexing its vocal chords, and "screaming" after starting for about 1 second. Only happens on cold starts. Sounds like a metal belt slipping or something. Any ideas? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kevin Bacon 5 Posted December 17, 2003 Might be the serpentine belt. Check it for cracks and chunks missing etc. Could also be your belt tensioner, which can be repacked with grease providing the bearing isn't too far gone. Kev Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Riki 0 Posted December 17, 2003 Could be the water pump starting to sieze. Try and take the v belt off and check there is no play at any of the pulleys. Make sure they all spin nice and free. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bishthefish 0 Posted December 17, 2003 My mate had the same on his golf VR6 and it was a tensioner bearing on the way out. Might be worth getting v belt, tensioners and water pump changed rather than have the bugger snap! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevemac 0 Posted December 17, 2003 Could be the Starter Motor not dis-engaging properly ?? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pookyvr6 0 Posted December 20, 2003 Thanks. Plenty to go on now! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
