Many exhaust systems have a hanger located near or on the transmission, climb under there and sheke some things to see if you can replicate the noise, it could even be the heat shield for the catalytic converter coming loose.
A bad transmission. The sound is from metal grinding on eachother.
the muffler rattling? the muffler rattling? the muffler rattling?
Rattling under the hood can be something easy to fix to something bad. It could be loose bolts, bearings, pulleys, or it could be interior in the motor.
A rattling sound when accelerating can be caused by several issues, including loose or damaged exhaust components, worn engine mounts, or a failing transmission. It may also result from loose heat shields or other parts in the undercarriage that vibrate under acceleration. Additionally, issues with the drive shaft or CV joints in front-wheel-drive vehicles can contribute to such noises. It's important to have the vehicle inspected by a mechanic to diagnose the exact cause.
No a bad egr will cause surging at idle or bucking while under light acceleration.
What causes a hard rattling knocking sound under the hood when you start your 98 ford windstar? Lack of oil, lack of oil pressure, badly worn camshaft or crankshaft or a combination of all the above.
Could be any number of things. You are going to have to locate the source of the rattle in order to stop it.
still sounds like your transmission is out, you can shift the gears all you want but if the transmission is gone, your just shifting gears. also check the starter, the rattling sound it what happens when its not engaging correctly.
if front wheel drive perhaps cv axles.
Hi, I had the same problem and solved it. Untie the front wheel on the passenger side, you will find the rotor protection shield hanging and hitting against the wheels when the car running, and causing this rattling sound. Remove this shield or replace it, and the sound will disappear
Something Loose?
Check your oil it could be a lifter rattle. But you should always have it diagnosed by a qualified professional like at a dealership and get an estimate. I have a 99 and an 01 that does the same thing and was told that it was a tensioner issue on both.