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2003 Tacoma Belt squeaks when AC is on.

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by KarKid2009, Jun 17, 2025.

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Jun 17, 2025 at 4:46 PM

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Can somebody help me figure out what to do. When my truck is running and I turn on my AC the belt that is connected to the AC compressor spins and then catches and makes a very loud squeak. It skips and then goes back to normal.

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https://youtube.com/shorts/ePHYXnnNQaE?si=3HAUdGd4bHuitIS8

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Clock Volt meter/LSPV Delete/Hyundai 16’s/FP gauge/after 9months of wrenching ZERO oil leaks

Typically……like 70% of the time….tightening belt tension solves the issue

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The belt tensioner is down at the bottom of the engine bay. Here’s a video showing how to adjust it at 24:00.

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=Zi1XfFUOjKc

If that doesn’t work, remove the belt and inspect it for wear and inspect the pulley.

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