Yes, I am fairly sure the starter is disengaging. I have heard that type of
sound before. Its not a metallic sound. This sounds more like a very loud
belt squeal. A previous responder (Splitpair) is saying that the to pump
pulley should turn freely. probably time to pull the pump and at take a look
inside.

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John A
"Kevin Anderson" wrote in message
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is the starter dis-engaging?

"John A" wrote in message
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I have a 1999 3.0L volvo engine that has developed a loud screeching
sound
that lasts for 2 - 5 seconds after starting. Originally I thought it was
a
belt, but the belts all look fine. It makes this noise when the engine
is
cold. The sound is not the starting motor bendix. I am suspecting a
bearing
on either the alternator, power steering pump, or water pump, or maybe
something internal to the water pump. When I take off the belts and turn
these pullies, they all turn freely except for the water pump (volvo has
a
belt driven water pump on the engine, not in the outdrive, that pulls
the
water in). I can turn this pully but it is very hard to turn. Should
this
be
hard to turn by hand? I am now suspecting that this may be the root of
my
screeching sound. Maybe a new impeller and/or bearings are in order?

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John A