Lower Pulley Noise

[ChronicReign]

I noticed tonight that there is a loud "whirrling" noise coming from my engine bay. So I keep the truck in idle, pop the hood, and listen. Check around for a little bit, crawl under the truck, and notice that it seems to be coming from the lower pulley. Everything looks tight, couldn't see anything wrong. The pulley is an aftermarket 4# (don't know the brand, came with the truck). Anyone have any ideas as to what it is? I have no other symptoms besides the noise.......... :shrug:

 

[Nvr_Spds]

Is it the lower pulley, or is it the intercooler pump? The pump isnt too far from the pulley.

 

[ChronicReign]

Is it the lower pulley, or is it the intercooler pump? The pump isnt too far from the pulley.

Hmmmm, that could be it, considering I just had the shop replace it. Maybe I should take it back up there and have them look at it.


Edit* Upon further inspection I think it is some kind of pump. It seems to be coming from a pump just in front of the lower pulley with "BOSCH" written on it. A little black pump. Is that the intercooler pump?

 

[2003fordsvt]

Yep thats the ic pump

 

[ChronicReign]

Well, is there any way I can drive it up to get looked at? Would it be ok if I just stayed out of boost? I would hate to pay to have the beast towed up there.

 

[Ct.TOPGUN]

Yes you can drive it with a bad intercooler pump. The IAT temps will be higher than normal so stay out of boost.No harm will occur.
Jim