Faulty Ignition Switch Recall_GM(Chevy)

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As of July 2014, General Motors has recalled 17.1 million vehicles worldwide for faulty ignition switches in small cars. The switches can unexpectedly slip from “run” to “accessory,” thereby shutting off the engines. This problem will disable power steering and power brakes, potentially causing people to lose control of their vehicles. The faulty switch also stops airbags from inflating in a crash.

Dignosing serpentine belt noisy

I have an 98 Chevy Malibu.
Very powerful. easy to drive. but after replaced the serpentine belt, it gets noisy. I guess there're maybe two possible: 1. the belt is installed not alignment. 2. one of the polly has problem, for example: bearing cracked.
I asked several mechanics, they all say busy. finally I got contact with Mr. Liu Yong Chang. He figure out an appointment at the same day. After I arrived there. He check the noisy, then spray some oil on the belt. then the noisy is gone.
Later, he told me: there maybe some dirt in the system. and you didn't clean it when you install the new belt. I just washed it for you. hopefully you're lucky. Otherwise, come back, then I will change the tensioner for you. Today is free!
On the way back to home. the noise came back again. I clean the whole thing again, put soap on the belt. nothing help. Finally, have to go to Canadian Tire to order a Tensioner assembly. (continue)
 

Lesson 1 - Hand over hand steering

Replacing a Serpentine Belt - EricTheCarGuy

1. When to change?

The situation could leave you stranded on a highway or busy metropolitan street waiting for a costly tow to a local repair shop.

Listen for signs of impending belt failure. A squealing noise when the car accelerates means the belt is slipping and is not efficiently turning the drive accessories. The belt tensioner also could be worn and in need of immediate replacement.

Look for excessive cracks in the belt’s V-ribs, and chunks that have broken off the ribs.

Gates engineers say, however, visual appearance is not a reliable indicator of the expected service life of a belt. They recommend replacing the serpentine belt every four years.

Ask your technician to check both the belt and the tensioner while the car is being serviced this spring.

To inspect a serpentine belt for wear, turn the engine off and twist the belt slightly. If the V-ribs show excessive cracks or chucks are missing, have the belt replaced immediately before it fails.

2. How to change
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