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What courses slight knocking noise of 2.3 litter engine when accelerating at a full load operating?
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Knocking noise when accelerating?
The knocking noise is commonly called spark knock. The knock can be called by the engine timing not being set correctly, or using gas that has too low of an octane for the engine.
Knocking noise while accelerating?
A knocking noise can occur from worn engine mounts. When the rubber insert on the engine mounts are old and brittle the chassis is not protected from the weight of the engine. Creating loud vibrations that get louder as the vehicle goes faster.
What causes a engine knocking noise when you are accelerating and the engine is warm doesnt do it when engine is cold?
Most likely needs a tuneup done. Check the timing and change the normal tuneup part.
Why does engine make knocking noise?
If it's knocking when accelerating, the engine could be starving for the correct octane fuel ... try the mid-grade or premium fuel and see if it still occurs. Could also be that the timing belt needs to be adjusted/replaced. If the knocking sounds like metal on metal, chances are you are in for a bigger bill for a possible engine rebuild. At any rate, have it checked out by a mechanic soon.
Knocking in the bottom of the engine?
knocking noise
What would cause a knocking noise when the engine is cold . What does a clicking or ticking sound mean when accelerating or releasing the gas pedal?
a "knocking" noise could be your lifters. and the ticking when accelerating and letting out of the gas is the same thing. check your oil and if it's full then you may need to think about either having them adjusted, or getting new ones. depending on what you have depends on whether or not you wanna sell it
Dodge caravan 3.3l engine knocking very hard?
engine knocking hard,and shaking a bit
What is the most common cause of an engine knock when accelerating?
Engine knock can be caused by several things. Carbon deposits in the engine can effectively raise the compression ratio of the cylinder. When accelerating, the cylinder gets filled with more fuel and air, and the higher compression ratio causes knocking. Other possible culprits could include spark plugs being too hot or your timing being off.
There is a knocking noise in the motor of my 1992 town and country. Could this be the transmission going?
NO. A knocking noise in the engine is a problem in the engine.
What would cause a rattling or knocking noise that gets worse when accelerating?
Quite a variety of possibilities. Maybe a loose heat sheild, or a serious engine problem. Post what you find after you visit a local independent repair shop.
Why is my engine knocking when under load towing accelerating ect but not when idling of decelotating?
== Bad bearings?Loose wrist pin?Only happens under extreme engine load? == PredetonationRunning hot?Timing too far advanced?Fuel octane rating too low?
Why is my 2003 cavalier engine knocking?
Engine knocking can be caused by numerous things. Having the incorrect spark plugs, carbon deposits on the cylinder walls, and being low on engine oil may all cause a knocking sound.
