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Old September 14th, 2022, 6:59 PM
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I have a 2005 Chevy Malibu with a 3.5 l engine. Coolant and engine oil Level is good but there’s a smell of like burning rubber coming from under the hood after driving for 5 minutes. When I stopped and lifted the hood there seems to be heat coming from the alternator/belt area. Any ideas of what this could be?

I’m a female with no mechanic experience and need help diagnosing and possibly determining the cost of repair.

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Originally Posted by Acmelody
I have a 2005 Chevy Malibu with a 3.5 l engine. Coolant and engine oil Level is good but there’s a smell of like burning rubber coming from under the hood after driving for 5 minutes. When I stopped and lifted the hood there seems to be heat coming from the alternator/belt area. Any ideas of what this could be?

I’m a female with no mechanic experience and need help diagnosing and possibly determining the cost of repair.
Likely a slipping old belt. Need t make sure it has enough tension on it.
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