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Sounds Your Engine Makes When It Needs Repair

posted on 4/17/2020 9:31:19 AM
The check engine light indicates an issue with your car, but the different sounds your car makes can also indicate an engine repair issue. Regular preventive maintenance can help ward off many potential issues with your engine. Always pay close attention to the sounds your vehicle makes. The screeching, clunking, squealing, squeaking, clicking, humming, hissing, rattling, or knocking sounds means your car is trying to tell you something. Engine Repair in Mesquite & Rowlett, TX
 
By recognizing and addressing potential car problems early, you will be able to avoid costly repairs down the road. Different sounds correlate to different problems. Some sounds could seem awful but could also be insignificant, while others may mean it's time to undergo some extensive repairs. It benefits you to know the signs of a malfunctioning engine.

Most Common Engine Noises 

Engine Knocking 
 
The sound that looks as if something inside the engine is knocking hard thereon is sometimes a result of early ignition of the air-fuel mixture. This is the component that burns at just the right time to produce the optimal power. If the issue persists, the issue could be something more severe such as a worn-out part inside the engine. This sound is usually heard as you change gears and accelerate while driving. 
 
Sputtering, Rattling and Rumbling
 
You need to get your vehicle’s engine checked right away if you notice a sputtering, rattling, or rumbling sounds. Sputtering can be heard when you are running dangerously low on gas. When the engine gets older, it will start to rattle or rumble more and more on cold starts, and this is a sign that the timing chain is getting worn out.
 
Grinding Noise 
 
A grinding noise as you shift gears is common engine noise that is related to the transmission. This noise could mean that the gears inside the transmission are grinding hard against each other. This could be due to the clutch not disengaging the transmission from the engine completely, or the driver isn’t depressing the clutch properly before shifting. If the problem isn’t in the driving, the problem could be a worn-out clutch mechanism.  
 
Loud Squealing or Shrieking
 
This sound is caused by due to the belts getting loose or simply worn out. Your car has multiple belts, one for the ability steering pulley, one for the AC compressor and one for the timing. It’s better to alter the worn-out belts before they break completely. Remove the serpentine belt to determine if the noises disappear. 
 

Quality Engine Repair and Diagnostics in Mesquite & Rowlett, TX

If your check engine light is on or you hear unsettling sounds coming from your vehicle, come see us today. Many engine noises come from low engine oil or other fluids, so always check the engine oil level with the dipstick if you hear any noise. Our auto expert at Jordan’s Tire & Auto Service in Mesquite and Rowlett, TX, will be able to perform engine diagnosis and make any necessary engine repairs your vehicle needs. Make an appointment online or give us a call for quality auto repair services in Mesquite & Rowlett, TX. 
 
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