Loud Grinding/buzzing sound from right side of engine

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beegie
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Hi,

I have a loud grinding noise coming from the passenger side of the engine. I originally thought it was a baring going in the alternator, but when I popped the hood it was clearly coming from the engine near where the belts are. I know that's pretty vauge, but anyone had a similar problem. My car is a 2000 Nissan Altima. 2.4L. 4 Cylinder.Thanks in Advance!


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That is a pretty vague description. Do you know if it's throwing any codes? May be a call to the dealership is in order before more damaged is done

beegie
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I took it to my mechanic. He thought it was the power steering, but it turned out to be a 8 dollar bearing on the side of the engine. Something to do with one of the belts I think. Thanks for the reply though!!

stallion97
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I'm having the same problem, do you remember what that bearing was that your mechanic replaced?


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