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Car Sounds
Car sounds are usually an indication of car problems. The best way to eliminate unnecessary car sounds is to bring the car into a certified mechanic for a checkup.
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It could just be the wheel rubbing the inside of the wheel well. Turn the wheel all the way to one side and see if you can see tire rub marks on anything. I had that same problem with my dakota, and it took me about a week to figure out it was actually the heat shield above the muffler rubbing against the driveshaft. I believe it only occured when turning right because of the location of the muffler? Hope that helps...
Why does your exhaust keep getting louder?
baffles corrode, filling shrinks and gets pulverised, so the sound gets louder, and back-pressure drops.
in short, it's wear-n-tear.
Why does your Dodge Intrepid make a grinding noise after putting new brake pads on?
I had the same problem. It sounds worse than the old breaks. I upgraded to a break pad that has copper in it. It is a softer pad, but works great. Also get the rotors turned. That will fix the problem.
What is a blow off valve and how does it work?
The blow-off valve should not be confused with a waste-gate. The waste-gate is a device that by-passes the turbine wheel of the turbocharger, limiting the shaft-speed of the turbocharger. Therefore, limiting the boost (pressure) that the compressor generates and keeping the turbocharger from over-speeding. A blow-off valve is mounted in the intake plumbing between the turbocharger compressor and the throttle plate. The blow-off valve is a second safety measure against the turbocharger over-boosting and damaging the engine. The blow-off valve is more commonly used to keep the turbocharger spinning when the throttle plate is suddenly closed. When the turbocharger is generating maximum boost pressure at full throttle and then the throttle is suddenly closed, compressed air coming from the compressor slams against the throttle, generating extremely high pressures that travel backwards to the compressor stopping the compressor from spinning. When the throttle plate is again opened, the engine must spool the turbocharger shaft again. The effects of this high pressure can also be very damaging to the turbocharger.
Why does my starter makes a ticking noise?
Most likely the ticking you are hearing is that from your solonoid. This is generally related with insufficient power from the battery.
What would cause a rubbing grinding niose from both sides of the front end?
Check your fender well! Ours came loose and would hit our tire when the wind would flip it up when we drove and our tire burned it resulting in the noise you here
mine has been doing this turning sharply righ and left and it is cos the diff lock is stuck on. In my case it is probably an electronic solonoid problem but it could also relate to the gearbox (so I've been told)
What would make a knocking noise at low speeds on the drivers side of a 93 Z28?
Might be low octane gas. Try a tank of Premium and see if it helps.
Why does your power steering rattle but stops when you turn the wheel?
This is due in part to both the intake manifold and the power steering itself. The reason it stops is because the air intake is being diverted away from the power steering belt and is in a sense, "balancing out the intake" -- in order to remedy this problem, you need to replace the power steering itself and put new power steering fluid in it, only then will the rattling stop.
What will happen to your truck if ignore knocking sound?
the sound will get louder until you cant ignore it
Why would my auto trans make a clunking noise when it goes into gear?
It most commonly is the universal joints on the drive shaft going bad and should be fixed soon I have seen more than one drive shaft fall off by not having it fixed soon enough
your valvetrain most likely has ro much play in it take it to the shop have them adjust it its like fifty bucks
sounds like you have a broken or worn out shock absorber Another possible answer: The Struts can be worn out. Easy way to test struts is to back off the center nut on top of strut. DO NOT TAKE NUT OFF!!!! Push down on strut shaft until it bumps the nut that you did not take off. If the shaft does not come back up, the strut is worn out. If you have difficulty pushing it down, It is ok. note: the reason you do not take the nut off is that if the strut IS bad, you wont be able to get the nut back on the shaft after you push it down. If the nut IS NOT secure on the shaft.. DO NOT DRIVE THE CAR! and another possible answer. Check the right side motor mount. I found mine to be torn and bottoming out on the bolt that goes through the center of the rubber. To check this, get a small pry bar and find a place you can pry up the motor near the mount. All you have to do is lift it 1/4 to 1/2 inch up then let it go fast. If you can duplicate the knocking sound. You found your problem. I found this out after replacing two struts (they were bad anyway) and two strut mount kits.
Why do brakes make a squeaking sound when car is coming to a halt?
Two possible reasons:
They are operating normally and just squeak, this can be fixed but most shops will charge for a complete brake job.
Or
They are worn out.
What causes banging engine noise when accelerating?
The most probable cause is poor fuel or water in your fuel. This could also be due to the timing being out of proper adjustment.
A clicking noise is not a common sound for a bad ring and pinion or axle bearings. Use electronic chassis ears (denlors ste6600) to help pinpoint the source of the noise. U-joints in the driveshaft could make a clicking noise although it should click or make more noise on acceleration. I know you said it didn't, but listen REALLY carefully, and if it's still there when you are hitting the gas it could be your struts or your wheel bearings.
Depending on the driving conditions, the pads may be worn again. I have seen the small metal plates on the pads (wear indicators) begin to contact the rotor while there is still sufficient pad material to last a while longer. I have bent these wear indicators away from the rotor to prevent the noise, not to mention stopping them from gouging your rotors, which they will do! Only bend the wear indicators until they align with some pad still below the contact edge. I would recommend replacing the pads not too long after doing this.
Another possibility is the brake system may need bleeding.
also if the grinding is coming from the rear brakes,it may be your brake cylinders leaking,possibility,of uneven or unneccecary wear on pads could be,seized caliper pins or the piston in the caliper may be seized,i would i myself would not bend the wear indicators,as some pads are held together with rivots,the indicators are there for a reason,take alook at your rotors also as they be worn,maybe not from the outside but look on the inside,rear drums could also be warped,my suggestion,take it to a mechanic,as it's your life and others in your hands when it comes to stopping your vehicleWhat is that Squeaking sound coming from the engine at start up?
Glazed or slipping belt? bad bearing in belt driven accessory? i.e. alternator, water pump, etc.
Why would there be a squealing noise from under the dash?
My guess is a turn signal flasher, I think it is part # 552 or #323. It is the diameter of a quarter and about 1" long. usually silver in color. Locate it when it makes the noise to confirm it. If it is buy a new one, usually a few bucks. If that is the problem... Flasher? Nope! This'll be a speedometer or a speedometer cable! If the noise is present when the car is motionless, my theory is blown, though. Couldn't it be the heater fan?
a clicking sound usually indicates a small exahust manifold leak or a noisy hydraulic lifter in engine if no exhaust leak, check to see you are using correct viscosity oil and a good brand, not a cheap recycled brand such as you get at walmart
