Yaris engine noise (Video)

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Originally Posted by badmofo

Well the coffee gave me another idea that actually worked. I wrapped about 5 feet of paracord around the alt pulley and gave it a hard pull. It did not sound good, so the official diagnosis is the alt bearing. Is the bearing replaceable or am I looking at a new alt?

Better idea than I had.. Coffee always makes you think smarter and faster. 1 cup a day for me every morning. I think I just drink it for the taste now, I can literally drink coffee to fall asleep.

I will try your idea this weekend also..