berlingo alternator clicking noise

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bobb
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berlingo alternator clicking noise

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Hi everyone i have an alternator problem on my 2007 berlingo van...every time i start engine theres a loud clicking noise from alternator it lasts for bout 30 seconds on tickover then stops.the clicking becomes much worse if my fan or headlights are switched on during this time ..would be grateful if any one can tell me whats causing this....it only happens when i start van & let it tickover.......Thanks..........
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Re: berlingo alternator clicking noise

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Maybe the drive belt tensioner or the clutch on the alternator pulley?

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Yep.
Alternator pulley overrun clutch.
Not expensive, provided you can do the work yourself.
If getting an auto-sparks to do it, get the brushes and bearings done as well, while it's out.
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Re: berlingo alternator clicking noise

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Thanks for replies..I will have a go at it the weekend lads....thanks....
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