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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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What is the best was to quiet lifter noise on a 1991 Jeep Wrangler with a 4.0 engine?

My '91 has a new engine, but they used the old head without a rebuild. I had some lifter noise, which is normal with the 4.0. Recently it became a little noisier, and I drained a pint of oil, replacing it with a pint of Marvel Mystery Oil. Within 30 miles it was much quieter. From what I understand, MMO has solvents that clean out the gunk that cleans out the passageways in the lifters allowing them to maintain pressure. I would bet that almost any lifter solvent/cleaner would do the same thing. I use MMO because it's worked for me before.

What causes a clunking sound when a car automatically changes gears?

Most commonly that would be the fly wheels within the transmission. It is advisable to see a mechanic for this problem to avoid a blown transmission.

Makes Ticking noise when turning the ignition?

Usually insuffucine power to starter caused by bad or undercharged battery. Try jumping it.

You might need a battery or alternator.

A bad starter can also do this.

Many parts store can test for free and all repair shops can test for you but might charge a few dollars.

Cheap way to make your exhaust louder?

Buy a exhaust with a larger circumference, the larger the circumference, the louder the noise.

Why does my transmission clunk and then stop or slip while in reverse then i shift to drive it slips shut truck off and start again drive works fine?

probably something wrong with the transmission like a gear fault or a transmission glitch or overheat. Take it to a repair shop or do some test maitanenence yourself.

What would cause a sloshing sound under the hood of a 2001 Sebring LX?

See the following in this discussion list: Why is the water leaking into the frame well of your 1997 seabring convertible? Why is water leaking into the frame well of your 1997 Chrysler Sebring convertible? How do you unclog the rain water drain that is draining into the car? Where are the drain holes on a 97 Chrysler Sebring convertible?

93 suburban 4x4 has a clicking noise when turning?

Souinds like a bad CV joint in one of the front axel shafts,

If it clicks when turning hard right then it will be the right outer CV joint.

If it clicks when turning to the left then it's the left outer CV joint.

Your 92 gmc makes a sound like an old speedometer cable would but when you took the instrument cluster off there was no cable what else would it be only makes noise when pushing on gas sometimes when?

I had the same problem but it is really not a big deal . T went to my dealers and they said that it was just a drive belt ratating . Just oil evey belt once and a while and you should be fine . If that does not work , contact your dealer .

Why do racing cars make noise?

Well most of the time its due to the cam size,on most race engines the cam lobes keep the valves open longer..Compression is also a factor,and including exhaust or turbo/super chargers.. hope this helps. A lack of mufflers would also account for the noise level.

What causes a noise in the rear right wheel?

Normally a wheel or halfshaft bearing will whine at speed and will grind at all speeds, when severely worn.

Why does a 1991 GMC Vandura G2500 randomly make a clunk noise when accelerating and jolt the van as it were braking for a split second?

The problem ended up being defective spark plug wires. sounds like rod bearings. It couldn't be the rod bearings, because the engine would run for a few miles and then quit. Rod bearings tend to go quickly.

What would cause a high-pitched squealing noise when you turn the wheel to the left?

The most likely cause is the belt on the power steering pump. This is especially likely if this occurs when the car is not moving and you turn the wheel. The load on the pump is causing the belt to slip, and squeal. Adjust the belt. If it persists you may need to replace it.

Can you put a home stereo into a car?

No, power inverters aren't good enough for Home audio equipment and the power supply inside your amp/receiver will buzz like it's going to blow up due to the power inverter. Trust me, been there, tried that.

What would cause 1999 Chevy Z71 350 Vortek 4 wheel drive to have a loud knocking sound when first started after sitting for a long period of time and stops after warmed up Oil is changed regularly?

maby one of the crankshaft jornals or main or rod bearings have a little more wear than normal . don't worry unless it knocks after it warms up run thick oil 30wt in summer 20-50 in winter will help cushin the gap between bearing and jornal keep your RPMs no higher than 3500 youll be fine for years to come ; you can ask for Steve at auto zone in lake city ga

What causes a buzzing sound under the hood after turning off your 1996 2.7 4cyl tacoma 4wd?

Buzzing sound on 3.4 V6I'm stumped. I have the same sound coming from my 1997 3.4 V6 4WD. A very short "bzzzt" of less than a second and if you have the hood up for any length of time you'll probably hear it. I've tried to find where the sound is coming from but can't actually pinpoint it. It's somewhere around the power brake master cylinder on the driver's side. I thought it might be some type of pressure release or something that occurs soon after shutting off the engine but no, it's definitely an electronic sound. I've even heard it a few days after shutting off the engine. I'm stumped.

---that's the evap system

The answer to this question is in the link below. It also tells you how to fix it.

http://bugeyebug.googlepages.com/4runner-evapbuzz

My 98 Tacoma just started the same thing yesterday. It is coming from the box right beside the Master brake cylinder. There is a hose that comes out at the front of the side and goes to the radiator. That hose had popped off. I put the hose back on but the truck sputters kinda like it is missing a cylinder. Can someone help PLEASE.

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