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newmoon · 04-16-2011, 07:28 AM

Looks like there are a few who have had this same problem.

Jeff Morris are there any service bulletins on this problem?

newmoon · 04-18-2011, 09:43 AM

Update, my local dealer took care of the problem under warranty. Good Job

Chevrolet Customer Svc · 04-18-2011, 02:10 PM

newmoon, I'm sorry but I don't have specific TSB information that I can give out or even use. The best place to get the most up to date information on our TSB's will be the dealership. There may be a time in the future that I can give out certain TSB information. Hopefully that time comes soon.

Jeff Morris, Chevrolet Customer Service

TAPSHIFT · 04-18-2011, 02:14 PM

I've had my car in twice for the noisy belt issue.
First time they cleaned up the pulleys etc then replaced the belt the second visit.

newmoon · 04-19-2011, 11:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TAPSHIFT

I've had my car in twice for the noisy belt issue.
First time they cleaned up the pulleys etc then replaced the belt the second visit.

I had thought the whole time I had noise that it was surely one of the pulleys making the noise. When I read this post I checked my AC Belt and sure enough it was off by a groove. You may want to rule this out on your car, it's very easy to miss if your not looking for it.

fp115 · 12-07-2011, 09:07 PM

Mine just started doing this. As always expecting the worst. I will be dropping by the dealership now to get this resolved.

CyberDan · 12-08-2011, 03:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by fp115

Mine just started doing this. As always expecting the worst. I will be dropping by the dealership now to get this resolved.

Keep us updated

fp115 · 12-10-2011, 09:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CyberDan

Keep us updated

They lubricated the AC Belt, but ordered a new one from Michigan. I never told them what I thought it was, so it seems to match what others here are say. Having it lubbed sounds better, but you can still hear the squealing a bit.

lsuguy · 01-08-2012, 06:05 PM

Anyone have a part number on this belt? I am having this problem as well and would just rather fix it myself.

Thanks in advance!

Blake_GM · 02-02-2012, 12:57 AM

I got this also. The noise started today.

At first I thought it was one of the pulleys or maybe even the serp. belt, but everything was aligned and not wobbly. First pass everything looked normal. Got here on the forums, found this thread..went out and checked the AC belt..sure enough it's off - but not by 1 rib, it's off by 2. You can easily miss this if you're not looking for it specifically. (As said earlier)

I am going to call my dealer tomorrow, give them a heads-up and hopefully I can get in Saturday.

Blake_GM · 02-02-2012, 09:38 AM

Set up the appointment to have it 'looked at'.

Funny enough the guy says after I explained the problem and my discovery: "What kind of car is it?" I go: "A 2011 Camaro SS" - immediately he goes, in a new tone: "Well, you could have over revved your engine or a pulley is out of alignment". I simply said: "Hmm, interesting because I have an auto." His tone completely changed and goes "We'll see ya on Monday!"

Blake_GM · 02-06-2012, 08:53 AM

Yep, it's this little AC belt. Part had to be ordered, will have it in Wednesday. Thanks for this thread!

Fireman Jay · 02-06-2012, 11:01 PM

Mine has started fraying twice now. First time at 1800 miles and now at 5500 miles. Dealer replaced belt and cluch assembly the first time. Going to dealer in the morning. No noise so far I can hear.

cmb74656 · 02-07-2012, 08:16 PM

Had my belt and balancer replaced 3 weeks ago. No noise in the 300 miles since then.

lindsayh9008 · 02-08-2012, 11:23 PM

Mine has a very loud squeaking noise when I first crank up and drive but after the first few secs it goes away I first noticed it about 5 months ago..its a.2011 and march will be a year since I got it..14k miles. It is very loud bc I was inside my office the other day and could hear it inside when my boyfriend drove it to the store.

mrgm · 02-14-2012, 02:03 PM

less than 1,000 on a 2011 2SS/RS. Sounds like we have the same problem. Took to dealer, from what I'm told happend....He went in and put powder in his hand like from an ajax can and put on belt. He said becuase of dust was collecting and the moister and the cold.

Gona have to take it back, noise is still there. Dont think it was a tech. that looked at car. I dont think belt is off a rib...looks normal. Will see.

link to noise

Toyaholic · 03-03-2012, 09:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cmb74656

Had my belt and balancer replaced 3 weeks ago. No noise in the 300 miles since then.

What happened to the balancer? was it wobbling?

Dice69 · 03-30-2012, 10:26 AM

This has started to happen to me. It is now at 17k miles and the squeal noise begins when the car cold starts, then eventually going away after about a 10 minute drive. I think its the ac belt,pulley. I will look into it after work and let you guys and gals know whats up. The noise is enough to drive me insane.

Xedes · 03-30-2012, 10:48 AM

Mine has it too with 250 miles on it.

Dice69 · 03-31-2012, 09:52 AM

Ok update.. Woke up with a bad hang over and the noise only made me wanna blow up the car. But I'm not. Anyways, I noticed the ac belt was off one groove. It sits on top of the crank. Anyone know why this happens?

Blake_GM · 03-31-2012, 10:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dice69

Ok update.. Woke up with a bad hang over and the noise only made me wanna blow up the car. But I'm not. Anyways, I noticed the ac belt was off one groove. It sits on top of the crank. Anyone know why this happens?

The senior service guy I deal with at my dealer told me when I had mine done that it's just load on the system from WOT and then letting off, eventually it 'hops' off due to centrifugal force? I'm no engineer.

He did say, that there was no TSB at the time and he was going to go to some service meeting with some GM people at some point and escalate it to make sure it is known to either become a TSB or make sure it is in the process of being made into a TSB.

Take it for what it's worth.

Dice69 · 04-01-2012, 10:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Blake_GM

The senior service guy I deal with at my dealer told me when I had mine done that it's just load on the system from WOT and then letting off, eventually it 'hops' off due to centrifugal force? I'm no engineer.

He did say, that there was no TSB at the time and he was going to go to some service meeting with some GM people at some point and escalate it to make sure it is known to either become a TSB or make sure it is in the process of being made into a TSB.

Take it for what it's worth.

This makes sense. For now im just going to loosen up the crankshaft, align the belt and see what happens after. And thanks for the tip Blake.

insomniac2k2 · 04-01-2012, 11:27 AM

I have this exact issue. I will go inspect the belt later on today.

I had taken it into the dealership, and I was so irritated with their lack of interest into looking into the issue and overall treatment(held my car for 2 days and lied several times about "looking at it". Day 2, they never even started my car.), that I will never purchase a car or have warranty work done with them again. (yes, different topic). I wont even go into the second gear grind issue that they wont look into either. If your in the bay area, do yourself a favor and stear clear of Concord Chevrolet......

It's good to hear that I will just be able to fix this myself, or at least pay a competent shop to do it.

camarols3 · 04-28-2012, 08:54 PM

guys im having the same problem with my car but im not sure if its from the belt or from the release baring in the clutch cz when i press the clutch the voice is gone and when i remove my leg from the clutch the noisy voice is back again !

any ideas ??

Live4redline · 05-02-2012, 04:49 AM

Mine just started making the same noise.. I'm assuming its the ac compressor by everyones post?

04-16-2011, 07:28 AM	#26
newmoon Drives: 2012 5.0 Mustang, Brembo Track Pack Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: NC Posts: 1,265	Looks like there are a few who have had this same problem. Jeff Morris are there any service bulletins on this problem? __________________ 2012 Ford Mustang 5.0. Brembo, 3:73s Sold 2012 Challenger 392 auto 12:40s 112 stock Sold 2010 1SS, LS3, Cammed, LTs, NT05R,12:20s Sold

04-18-2011, 09:43 AM	#27
newmoon Drives: 2012 5.0 Mustang, Brembo Track Pack Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: NC Posts: 1,265	Update, my local dealer took care of the problem under warranty. Good Job __________________ 2012 Ford Mustang 5.0. Brembo, 3:73s Sold 2012 Challenger 392 auto 12:40s 112 stock Sold 2010 1SS, LS3, Cammed, LTs, NT05R,12:20s Sold

04-18-2011, 02:14 PM	#29
TAPSHIFT Drives: 2011 IBM 2SS/RS L99 Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Georgetown, Ontario Canada......EH! Posts: 202 View My Garage	Noisy belt I've had my car in twice for the noisy belt issue. First time they cleaned up the pulleys etc then replaced the belt the second visit.

12-07-2011, 09:07 PM	#31
fp115 Drives: 2010 CGM 2SS/RS Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Oshawa, Canada Posts: 182	Mine just started doing this. As always expecting the worst. I will be dropping by the dealership now to get this resolved. __________________

02-02-2012, 12:57 AM	#35
Blake_GM Drives: 2011 Camaro 2SS/RS in IBM Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: MO, USA Posts: 342 View My Garage	I got this also. The noise started today. At first I thought it was one of the pulleys or maybe even the serp. belt, but everything was aligned and not wobbly. First pass everything looked normal. Got here on the forums, found this thread..went out and checked the AC belt..sure enough it's off - but not by 1 rib, it's off by 2. You can easily miss this if you're not looking for it specifically. (As said earlier) I am going to call my dealer tomorrow, give them a heads-up and hopefully I can get in Saturday. __________________ 2011 2SS w/RS, L99, CAI Inc. cold air intake, SOLO axle-back with j-pipes, Kooks 1 7/8" long tube headers with Kooks high flow cats and dyno tuned.

04-18-2011, 02:10 PM	#28
Chevrolet Customer Svc Drives: GM Vehicles Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Michigan Posts: 4,788	newmoon, I'm sorry but I don't have specific TSB information that I can give out or even use. The best place to get the most up to date information on our TSB's will be the dealership. There may be a time in the future that I can give out certain TSB information. Hopefully that time comes soon. Jeff Morris, Chevrolet Customer Service

01-08-2012, 06:05 PM	#34
lsuguy Drives: 2011 2SS/RS Join Date: May 2011 Location: Baton Rouge, LA Posts: 354 View My Garage	Anyone have a part number on this belt? I am having this problem as well and would just rather fix it myself. Thanks in advance!

02-02-2012, 09:38 AM	#36
Blake_GM Drives: 2011 Camaro 2SS/RS in IBM Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: MO, USA Posts: 342 View My Garage	Set up the appointment to have it 'looked at'. Funny enough the guy says after I explained the problem and my discovery: "What kind of car is it?" I go: "A 2011 Camaro SS" - immediately he goes, in a new tone: "Well, you could have over revved your engine or a pulley is out of alignment". I simply said: "Hmm, interesting because I have an auto." His tone completely changed and goes "We'll see ya on Monday!" __________________ 2011 2SS w/RS, L99, CAI Inc. cold air intake, SOLO axle-back with j-pipes, Kooks 1 7/8" long tube headers with Kooks high flow cats and dyno tuned.

02-06-2012, 08:53 AM	#37
Blake_GM Drives: 2011 Camaro 2SS/RS in IBM Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: MO, USA Posts: 342 View My Garage	Yep, it's this little AC belt. Part had to be ordered, will have it in Wednesday. Thanks for this thread! __________________ 2011 2SS w/RS, L99, CAI Inc. cold air intake, SOLO axle-back with j-pipes, Kooks 1 7/8" long tube headers with Kooks high flow cats and dyno tuned.

02-06-2012, 11:01 PM	#38
Fireman Jay Drives: 2012 2SS/RS M6 SW/IOM Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Little Rock, AR Posts: 5	Mine has started fraying twice now. First time at 1800 miles and now at 5500 miles. Dealer replaced belt and cluch assembly the first time. Going to dealer in the morning. No noise so far I can hear.

02-07-2012, 08:16 PM	#39
cmb74656 Drives: 2011 Camaro 2SS/RS CGM/BLI A6 Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Palmetto, FL Posts: 939	Had my belt and balancer replaced 3 weeks ago. No noise in the 300 miles since then. __________________ Dan Wheldon (1978-2011) MODS: RX Performance catch can, Jegs CAI, ZL1 grille, chrome license plate frame, GM locking gas cap, Defender Worx chrome DRL bezels, GM molded splash guards, Oracle LED side markers, DRLs, tag lights and reverse lamps, Technostalgia Rapid Fire tail lamps, Vitesse shift paddle extenders, MBRP cat back. FUTURE: front splitter, slotted/drilled rotors, leather console and e-brake handle boot, remote fuel door and rear seat release, sway bars and bushings. WISH LIST: Edelbrock E-Force SC, LS3 conversion

02-08-2012, 11:23 PM	#40
lindsayh9008 Drives: 2011 Chevrolet Camaro 1LT White Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: South Carolina Posts: 2	Mine has a very loud squeaking noise when I first crank up and drive but after the first few secs it goes away I first noticed it about 5 months ago..its a.2011 and march will be a year since I got it..14k miles. It is very loud bc I was inside my office the other day and could hear it inside when my boyfriend drove it to the store.

02-14-2012, 02:03 PM	#41
mrgm cheap and fast Drives: older Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Abilene, TX Posts: 247	less than 1,000 on a 2011 2SS/RS. Sounds like we have the same problem. Took to dealer, from what I'm told happend....He went in and put powder in his hand like from an ajax can and put on belt. He said becuase of dust was collecting and the moister and the cold. Gona have to take it back, noise is still there. Dont think it was a tech. that looked at car. I dont think belt is off a rib...looks normal. Will see. link to noise

03-30-2012, 10:26 AM	#43
Dice69 Drives: Camaro SS Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Miami Posts: 41 View My Garage	This has started to happen to me. It is now at 17k miles and the squeal noise begins when the car cold starts, then eventually going away after about a 10 minute drive. I think its the ac belt,pulley. I will look into it after work and let you guys and gals know whats up. The noise is enough to drive me insane.

03-30-2012, 10:48 AM	#44
Xedes Drives: 2011 Black RS/SS Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Indiana Posts: 1,045	Mine has it too with 250 miles on it.

03-31-2012, 09:52 AM	#45
Dice69 Drives: Camaro SS Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Miami Posts: 41 View My Garage	Ok update.. Woke up with a bad hang over and the noise only made me wanna blow up the car. But I'm not. Anyways, I noticed the ac belt was off one groove. It sits on top of the crank. Anyone know why this happens?

04-01-2012, 11:27 AM	#48
insomniac2k2 Drives: 2012 2SS/RS IOM Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Concord, Ca Posts: 194	I have this exact issue. I will go inspect the belt later on today. I had taken it into the dealership, and I was so irritated with their lack of interest into looking into the issue and overall treatment(held my car for 2 days and lied several times about "looking at it". Day 2, they never even started my car.), that I will never purchase a car or have warranty work done with them again. (yes, different topic). I wont even go into the second gear grind issue that they wont look into either. If your in the bay area, do yourself a favor and stear clear of Concord Chevrolet...... It's good to hear that I will just be able to fix this myself, or at least pay a competent shop to do it.

04-28-2012, 08:54 PM	#49
camarols3 Drives: camaro 2010 ss Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: bahrain Posts: 1	guys im having the same problem with my car but im not sure if its from the belt or from the release baring in the clutch cz when i press the clutch the voice is gone and when i remove my leg from the clutch the noisy voice is back again ! any ideas ??

05-02-2012, 04:49 AM	#50
Live4redline Drives: 2012 Camaro SS Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Lafayette,La Posts: 37	Mine just started making the same noise.. I'm assuming its the ac compressor by everyones post?

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