screaming on startup

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    Horrible screeching on startup for about 15 seconds, then whenever i turn the wheel at low speeds. If i put belt conditioner on the serpentine belt, it goes away, but then comes back later. Sound like a steering pump problem? Reservoir is full of PS fluid. Thanks!!!
     
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    How is the tension on that belt?
     
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    ^That
     
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    Well, I tightened the tensioner on the serp belt, and no more squeaking. I will drive it a little bit today and see if it stays that way. Thanks!!!
     
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    After texting @silver03 , i learned that even though the belt feels tight on top doesn't mean it is. Thanks again for your help Rick!!
     
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    May others continue to be blessed by my own ignorant lessons learned from the past.
     
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    2nd best quote of 2017! lol
     
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    And #1...?
     
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    That's odd. I'm having a similar issue with my 3 week old child... Perhaps I should check his belt tensioner, too. Anybody know where I can find that?
     
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    Have you looked in his owners manual?
     
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    Check the need for inputs and the results of previous inputs, also know as deposits.
     
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    And your wife is completely silent?
     
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    Usually, yes.