how can i stop fanbelt squealing?

I have new fanbelt on bmw 316i 1992 tensioner is at max but still squeals
diyer, January 2011


done
make sure the new belt is the right one, are you tensioning on the alternator adjustment ?/mounting.needs a bit of play in belt between pulleys. oil getting onto area can make it slip too. hope this is helpfull

marti, January 2011
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