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Strange noises...

Posted: Tue Jun 30, 2009 7:40 pm
by diggs31
Hey guys...when I'm driving and I turn the wheel to the right I get a loose metal sound coming from the rear wheel, I think (might be the front) it doesn't happen when I turn left, just right. It sounds like something is loose, like a metal on metal rattling sound...any Ideas??
and also when I start her up there is a noise like a belt is slipping,only on tick over not when I rev it...where should I look first?
appreciate any help,
fraser

Re: Strange noises...

Posted: Tue Jun 30, 2009 7:49 pm
by francophile1947
Does the noise go if you touch the brakes?
What type of engine have you got?

Re: Strange noises...

Posted: Tue Jun 30, 2009 9:37 pm
by diggs31
Hi mate...i can't say i have noticed if the noise disappears if i touch the brakes cos im usually going round a corner..so not to sure on that one. Its just like a tinkling sound...My engine is a 2.5 diesel 2WD. I have just spoken to my dad and he reckons the problem that I figured was a squeeky belt might be the water pump...I have just noticed that i am losing water from the radiator header tank so could this be the cause? I see fitting a new one doesn't seem to much trouble (even for a novice like me) or should i try to fix it first?...
I do appreciate all the advice you give me,
Fraser

Re: Strange noises...

Posted: Tue Jun 30, 2009 9:49 pm
by francophile1947
Brake pads can make funny noises when going around corners, especially if there's a little wear in the wheel bearings. next time it happens, just lightly apply the brakes to see if the sound stops. If not, we can think deeper :lol:
If you're losing water, it could well be the water pump - you should be able to see it leaking. It's not a difficult job, but you MUST make sure that you bleed the system properly afterwards.