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Old Jun 16, 2017 | 12:51 PM
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Originally Posted by Mike198
OK Guys here's the result; belt changed - chirp/squeek gone.

My independent Jagiar specialist reported that the old belt was in good condition, so that is now in the boot/trunk as a spare. Secondly the pulley bearings are in excellent condition but the running surfaces were highly polished and that was the cause of the noise. Apparently he, very carefully, applied some emery paper whilst rotating to roughen up the surface. Job done in one hour; local dealer needed the car all day and wanted silly money.

Thanks to all that replied to my initial question.
Mike
In my experience, a highly polished pulley was an indication that it was stiffening .
I'd keep an eye on the pulley.
Emery paper could be a temporary bandaid and not the cure.
 
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