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2006 XB squealing sound

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#1 ·
Every time I start my xb I get that nasty high pitch squealing noise for like 30 seconds to a minute before it stops. Has anybody else experienced this issue and/or could somebody tell me what's wrong with my xb and how I can fix it?
 
#4 ·
replaced my belts about a year and half ago but once the temp dropped this fall they started squealing. I found this video on youtube that shows how to tighten the alternator adjuster and put a little more pressure on the belt. I did it last night and I was able to get almost 1/4" adjustment on it, it was very loose apparently. Started it up and no more squeal. here is the video link:

 
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