Yaris Belt Squeal
I just got my second Yaris. My first one was a 2007 sedan and it would always squeal on start up and rainy days when I used the alternator more. I just got a 2011 Yaris hatchback and it seems to have the same issue but this one is doing it a lot more often. Especially as it's getting colder here. It does it when I come to a stop, make hard turns, even when I turn the lights on...I've read about the key trick where you turn the key for the ignition slowly and haven't had any luck.
My question is will replacing the belt fix the excessive squealing? I don't mind it on start up but hearing it all the time can get restless. I have read some people say certain belts will squeal less than others. Is there any truth to that and if so what kind? Any advice would be greatly appreciated. It has 64,000 miles and seems to have sat for a year or so not driven.