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Old 01-11-2017, 02:59 PM
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Sounds like Belt tensioners and idler bushing talking. Try this trick, pop out the dust covers and spritz the mounting bolt (the center of the pulley) with any general lubricant (WD-40 for example) and see if you belt drive noise stops ASAP. At times its just the pulley being dry. There are just bushings in there. NO bearing per say.
You can use a stethoscope to determine which one is your noise maker.

Alternatives:
Main drive belt itself walking on start up. Check for chaffing on edges.
Less likely:
Alternator bearings.
Water pump
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