Service date Doesn't Cost It Pays @South Main Auto Repair LLC https://youtu.be/sck6XR_SJyc

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  1. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars sonofliberty66 says:

    I have an 05 Scion xA with 272k on it. Same engine, 1NZ-FE. From what I've been told, these engines go through belts quite a lot. And my car has been no exception.

  2. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars John LaCroix says:

    WOW very interesting super kool ,1st class great info.,, AAAAAAAAAAA++++++++++++ again great video I liked it a lot ,keep up the great work.

  3. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Sean Lacroix says:

    Itโ€™s actually on 07 Yaris and it does have electric power steering. Also one of the best cars Iโ€™ve ever owned. Now I have a matrix itโ€™s it great too.

  4. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Robert Willem says:

    To late, I already watched SMA's video…. LOL

  5. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars aenoymotors says:

    Nice to see another Yaris. They're my favorite cars. Damn near bulletproof… besides squealing belts, that is.

  6. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Mark Cummings says:

    If that was a new belt, and it was tight, then Iโ€™m going to go out on a limb and say there is something else is causing the grooves in the back of the belt, and itโ€™s probably one of the idler pulleys that needs replacing. I know Ray said the pulleys were ok, but letโ€™s see if it comes back for round two.

  7. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Z Ack says:

    I got a squeak problem in my car but its the weirdest thing. Only happens when the wife is in the passenger seat with the windows rolled up.. it will randomly squeak then start smelling like burnt rubber and old tacos.. like theres a critter up under the hood that steps on the wrong spot.. my wife never hears it and says she thinks its my tires smelling like that.. and as a matter of fact i put the same tires on her car and hers does it too when i ride with her.. gotta be the cheap chinese rubber making the noises..

  8. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars TheCyberMantis says:

    Toyota Yaris is a great car. Easy to work on. Reliable. Great gas mileage!

  9. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Robert Conley says:

    If your belt squeals after tightening or replacing and your sure the tension is correct, turn the key to the run position first, count to 3 and then start the car. Theory being that turning the key straight to start causes the ecm to signal the alternator into full charge. This causes the belt to squeal when it's cold. Turning the key to the on position before going to start lets the ecm read the battery charge state and signals the alternator to normal charge or freewheel status. I've suggested this to 2 different yaris owners. Both reported no more squealing belts.

  10. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars David says:

    How about those motor mounts when you rev the engine in park?

  11. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Chris Taylor says:

    seen it before ray

  12. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars throttle bottle says:

    on those cars, power-brake while sitting still with brakes anchored hard and turn the wheels back and forth. that makes extra high steering load current from the increased tire resistance, since the wheels cannot roll the slight amount they normally due to the brakes. just don't do it for a long period and cook something ๐Ÿ˜‹

  13. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Peter Nicholsonu says:

    We all told you to reconnect the connector! Did you not hear us over workshop noise?

  14. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Thomas Snell says:

    Hey Ray, like your vids find them very entertaining, sometimes I think shops do sometimes take advantage of people by charging them for things not done. By the way my dad lives in Inverness, how far is that from you, thanks for the great vids, Tom from Hawaii.

  15. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars MFing Chuck says:

    I would watch Eric's video except I clicked on it within 20 minutes of him uploading it lol

  16. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Saunders Jones Jr says:

    South Main did a nice job. Good tech as well. Smart beats algorithm every day. Unfortunatelyl, as time passes, these creep into all fields including Medicine!!! Thank goodness for smart people. Yes, I am an intellectual bigot!!! LOL!!! Kudos!!!

  17. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Scott Lamberson says:

    In video description.. "Service date.." should be "Service data…"
    Thanks Ray, long time watcher, great content.

  18. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Dee Loc says:

    You see that engine moving while you switch gears jebus

  19. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars J Bussey says:

    Happy Father's Day Ray man!!!

  20. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars MikeP47 says:

    I have the 2ZR engine, just the larger version of this one. I generally install the belt too tight since I don't have any kind of gauge and it squeaks a bit on startup, not as bad as this one though.

  21. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Hola! anonymuswere says:

    this is EXACTLY the squeal noise on my Montero Sport. looks like they never changed the belts when they changed the alternator. bet you anything that's been the problem with it since that last service.

  22. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Justin Dead Eric says:

    What's a pirate's favorite car? A Yaaarrris.

  23. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Dan Currey says:

    SMA & Rain Man – Fun Channels

  24. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Amzar Nacht says:

    Grooves on the back of the belt means that whatever wheel it's going over with the flat side of the belt has a worn bearing or clutch. While it's cold it doesn't spin fast enough so the belt is dragging over it, squealing, until it warms up and rotates properly. The bearing could also be squealing until it heats up.

  25. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Steve Silverton says:

    My "morning brain" is active 24 hours a day. You and Eric are very privileged.

  26. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Kacper Chrusciel says:

    Why did you blur out that graph on the computer?

  27. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Phil Price says:

    Really enjoy your content ,I can't fix a thing however its interesting to see how you can fix almost most things on cars .keep up the Great work ๐Ÿ˜๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ‘

  28. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Jordan Anderson says:

    What video was it where you show the broken camshaft?

  29. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars The Don says:

    ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿป I hope you have an epic day ray ! Remember, it is what you make it๐Ÿ’ช๐Ÿป๐Ÿ˜Ž๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿป

  30. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Gov Shill says:

    I worked in IT as a hardware technician for 15 years. I can confirm that "things come in waves". One week it's be laser printers doing one thing, the next week monitors, then disk drives, then…

  31. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Jeffry Blackmon says:

    I watched the SMA video that you referenced. That was a weird camshaft failure. Thanks for this video!

  32. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Don W says:

    Another great video Ray…you never disappoint. I've never seen a new belt with those lines on the outside..weirdness. Glad the 2nd new belt fixed it. I checked out the video you mentioned of Erics…wow…you two are amazing and I wish you guys were closer to me:-) Thanks again Ray for the great video:-)

  33. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars bubba ray says:

    Good a Dayco belt. I've always had the best luck with those. On my old v belt cars, I always used the old Dayco Top Cog belt. Some don't like them but they were always reliable for me.

  34. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars ptschafer says:

    Yesterday a Lexus, today a Toyota. Scotty Kilmer would be pulling his hair out by now.

  35. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Colin Page says:

    I used to own a Yaris, the alternator tensioner was the worst! Way too much fine tuning to get the squeal to go away after installing a new belt. I found it would squeal if it was too loose, and if it was too tight.

  36. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars dษ™plรดrษ™bษ™l says:

    โ€œThereโ€™s a pile of things that could have caused thisโ€ฆ.โ€
    Yaris: hold my beer
    ๐Ÿ˜‰

  37. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Tom Beilman says:

    There,s your problem lady you got a case of the green crusties

  38. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Rekuzan Rikudo says:

    He may have forgotten to plug the 'nater back in, but at least he remembered his seat belt…

  39. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Glenn Wood says:

    Nice

  40. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars vincent smith says:

    oh ray, that south main auto guy is blind. I watched a another video putting on mufflers on a camaro and put a pipe on wrong. You gotta watch and advise. rotflmao.. No i will not go there.

  41. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars jojothepopoman says:

    I just watched that South Main Auto video yesterday.

  42. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Pat Ross says:

    what about that w ably pulley..

  43. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Matt Hunt says:

    I just saw the video of Ray putting that alternator and belt on as well as a new battery before he posted this video. The belt had those marks on it when he installed it new.

  44. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Topher D says:

    Whoever allegedly โ€œsold her a beltโ€ needs their bum kicked. They either reused the one she had, and charged her for a new one, or put a very cheap eBay belt on it for a 50% markup and it wore prematurely.

  45. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars fredy gump says:

    My work truck made this noise. It turned out to be a pulley wasn't quite lined up. It started after the power steering pump was replaced. But before the fleet mechanic figured it out, the belt, pulley, tensioner, and AC compressor was replaced…..

  46. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars G R says:

    I just watched one of your videos created a year ago and I must say theyโ€™ve improved considerably Ray. Well done young man.

  47. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars 9mm Mike says:

    Full speed ahead in a Yaris? Really? 1.5 liters of fury!

  48. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Shambler ShamFam says:

    Pine Hollow is on another level. That man is a Wizard.. he practices the dark arts of diagnostics for real.

  49. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Aigor U says:

    Sweet little car! And those 1.5 are absolutely bulletproof with basic maintenance only.

  50. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars John T. says:

    A 1.5 Liter engine, in Australia it would be a 1.5 Litre engine ๐Ÿ˜‰

  51. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Steve Hayward says:

    You are sly sir! I am the jerk here and you both know what I am talking about. ๐Ÿ˜‚

  52. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Steve Hayward says:

    You are sly sir.
    I'm the jerk in this case. ๐Ÿ˜…

    You know what I'm talking about. ๐Ÿ˜‚

  53. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Jimmy, Making it work says:

    2 things we can count on in our industry, accurate mechanical belt adjustments and Google….Ok, that might not be completely true.

  54. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Anime Red says:

    it have been the flux capacitor making the noise too. ๐Ÿ˜

  55. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars michael king says:

    The moment you closed the hood I was like โ€œuhhh sensor?!โ€

  56. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Samuel James says:

    Been there saw that video already, funny how the best out there attract similar minds. Love your videos Ray

  57. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars sparksalot4950 says:

    So Ray, ya made the roller skate a bit less squeaky !

  58. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Robert Vierra says:

    No plan survives first contact intact.

  59. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Evan Kibbe says:

    Yes ๐Ÿ‘ ๐Ÿ‘ ๐Ÿ‘ ๐Ÿ‘

  60. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars 69sins says:

    car needs some new engine mounts imo
    excessive movement of the engine

  61. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars JO65 says:

    Thanks for the recommendation but I've been following Eric for about 3 years now. He is also a great mechanic

  62. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Matt Hunkele says:

    Ray, thanks for taking the time to say hello the other day. Being a teacher, I know how you feel when a few people/comments can ruin your day, but trust me, way more people enjoy what you do for them. Thanks again, Matt

  63. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Sam Driver says:

    Hey Ray,
    My Father owns a 2007 Yaris and I seem to have to tighten the alternator on a yearly basis but the Dayco belt is holding up fine on it. I suspect it's a common occurrence for belt squeal on that model.

  64. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars James Kennedy says:

    ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ‘

  65. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars mark price says:

    I'm curious why the new belt had the grooves worn into it ? Seems like maybe something was not aligned ? or something rubbing it ?

  66. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Denver1976Man says:

    The Toypta Echo and Yaris the alternators need tightened. a cpl times a year. Watch the vvt solenoid. I love those 1.5. Spiffy and good on gas. I drive mine more than anything. Even my Lexus. 2 door hatchback though, not like that one. Great cars.

  67. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars gcraig0001 says:

    An excellent example showing it takes more than a code reader and "what others have done", either from the tool or good old Google, to be a good technician/mechanic. There are way too many people in the auto service arena who do not fully understand the systems and how they work, and they tend to be the ones who just change parts and often fix nothing. Those are the people that give the industry a bad reputation. Btw, you will find people who operate the same way in other service fields, like HVAC for instance.

  68. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars johnaclark1 says:

    This vintage of Toyota has a cold start belt squeal nearly always. In the morning, turn the key from OFF straight to START (without stopping in between) and the belt will squeal briefly. Now shut it off and then turn the key to ON, wait 2-3 seconds, and then start the engine. No squeal. Then shut it off and try the straight to ON again and you'll get a squeal. Stop in the START position for a couple seconds before cranking and it won't squeal. Explain that one. I've duplicated it on numerous Toyota vehicles (Camry, Corolla, Yaris, Matrix, etc.)

  69. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Joseph Platter says:

    An honest as hell mechanic. Bravo sir.

  70. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Donald Halls says:

    That didn't look like a new belt, didn't even have anything written on it,all the best to you and your loved ones

  71. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Kenneth Schilling says:

    I watched that video I am subscribed to your channel and to his I enjoy watching you both. If both you and him could collaborate together and do a video together I would like to see both of you working on something together that would definitely be great.

  72. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars 2xrpm says:

    I was asking you before you shut the hood, did you connect the alt back up? ๐Ÿคฃ I thought I missed it

  73. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars James K says:

    you should add, plug the dumb connector back in, for the snap on fault diag

  74. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Richard Garwood says:

    "…. but you know how plans are"
    Gravity

  75. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Robert W Jeffrey Jr says:

    Sometimes the short videos are just as good. From the customer standpoint, the easy fixes are big โ€˜whewโ€™ moments ๐Ÿ˜€

  76. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Fred Walker says:

    Ray,good to put out the ok for Eric ! Super thing a ma jing guy,gets r done +++ Ivan,,, he is smart enough to fly Apollo 13,,,,, just give him 10 minutes ! He Could have been an Astronaught !! Ivโ€™e learned a ton from u guys, still help me out! Still running my garage in Salt Ladden Ontario !

  77. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Coty Luckett says:

    Ray did you know that Mitchell is owned by Snap on?

  78. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Fred Walker says:

    Ray : like Ivโ€™e said,,, 45 years running & still running my garage in Ontario,,, for the โ€œ life of meโ€ I noticed the same,, brake line replacement for 3 weeks, then radiators , no more brake lines, then water pumps 2-3 months on & on !? Never could figure ?

  79. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Nick Malone says:

    Wonder if advantageous to spray belt pulleys with brake kleen to get any oil off them …ie leak somewhere dripping

  80. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Joseph Belmares III says:

    Great video I watch you and SMA learn something new everyday quick question I haven't dived into it yet 2007 chevy cobalt dash cluster and radio work and then don't,? Any ideas car starts fine no trouble i say irs a bad ground or something. Any help or ideas will be appreciated

  81. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars SpectreOz says:

    A bad idler pulley can cause nasty-squealy-noise as well, so much more fun (and cheaper) to replace the bearing instead of the whole assembly YMMV ๐Ÿ‘

  82. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Tony Rice says:

    Watched Eric's vid yesterday! Ray, Eric and Ivan are my go to US car repair vids I watch every night, im in the UK! LM Auto Repairs in the UK is awesome! All you guys fascinate me at how easy you make it look, love it.

  83. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars scrappy says:

    Better to be your next customer on the flat bed, than your last customer…๐Ÿ˜€

  84. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars B A says:

    Boy that engine moved a lot.

    Might want to check the mounts.

  85. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars milktasteeguudxD says:

    I work for a diesel bus fleet and we also have repairs come in waves. 1 week thereโ€™s about 5 buses down for emissions and the next week would be all trans jobs. I thought it was only our fleet because all the buses share the same threshold on parts but I guess it happens everywhere also ๐Ÿ˜‚

  86. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars RWB Cos says:

    Saw the broken cam shaft on an Audi at VAG, interesting channel, i would never own an AUDI BMW or Merc, all the recent ones have the timing chain setup in the back of the engine. :/

  87. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Sneaky Fox Jr. says:

    I have a question is the speed monitor in the middle of the dashboard for back seat drivers?

  88. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars James Tucker says:

    Had a mazda 6. Kept breaking belts. After swapping 2 belts to have them break in about 200 miles, changed alternator and belt. Problem solved. Alternator felt good, but it was the culprit causing the problem. Real pain in the ass to swap out.

  89. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Kenny Man says:

    I watched that episode from south main auto a few days ago.

  90. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars William Peterson says:

    Ive only seen a new belt look screwed up like that 1 time before. The mechanic put the belt on wrong . He had the inside of the smooth pulley against the inside of the belt and the grooved pulley against the outside of the belt and the ridges were cutting into the belt.

  91. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars E-Nonymouse says:

    Engine is moving around enough the engine mounts may be suspect.

  92. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars LJR says:

    "Click"… my 09 Corolla is squealing with a new continental belt, may have to change brands as well

  93. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Don Wyoming says:

    Wife reports son's car makes squeaky noise on cold start up. Great time for Ray to have this video. ๐Ÿค 

  94. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Paul King says:

    That engine looks to have a lot of movement.

  95. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars TonicofSonic says:

    I had a transmission cooler line squirt transmission fluid all over my front cover and now my newish belt squeaks.
    Got it down with soapy water, but had to throw baby powder on it to stop it completely.
    Any tips?

  96. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Bowhunters says:

    Agree with others, broken engine or trans mount appeared to be on left (drivers) side.

  97. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Jimmy S says:

    That is excessive engine movement under brake torque. How much you want to bet the Hydraulic mount is toast?

  98. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars South Main Auto Repair LLC says:

    "The what everyone else did menu." ๐Ÿ˜‚ Thanks for the shout out Ray ๐Ÿ˜Š I feel honored my friend, seriously appreciate it ๐Ÿ‘

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