Why does my 2001 VW Golf make a screeching noise?
This feature is not available right now. Please try again later. Here is a strange screeching noise when I start up my 2001 VW Golf TDI. It may be the starter or the alternator pulley. Update: It turns out is was the starter. I removed the starter and cleaned and greased it and now it starts much faster and makes no screeching noise anymore.
Why does my Volkswagen 2.0 make a rattle sound?
There is an issue plaguing Volkswagen 2.0 engines (with and without turbo) from years 2008-2013 which can happen at any mileage and at any time. The sound is a rattle that is heard just after the engine is started.
What causes a VW Golf to not start?
The most common causes that hinders normal starting operation of your VW Golf are dead key fob battery, dead 12v battery, corrosion on battery terminals, bad alternator, clogged fuel filter, broken starter, blown fuse, empty gas tank, immobilizer error or any fault in the electrical system. 1. Weak Battery
Why does my Audi make a whining noise when I start the car?
A bad torque converter can cause a whining sound when starting your vehicle. A good place to start would be to check the transmission fluid. You’re going to want to check it for both color, and metal content. If you see any flecks of metal on there, it is probably going to need serviced.
What to do if your Volkswagen Golf won’t start?
If you get into your Golf, turn the key, and your car doesn’t start (you may hear nothing or a clicking sound from the engine bay), you have a dead battery and need a jump-start. Check to see if you left your headlights or an interior light on and turn the switch off.
Why does my car make a clicking noise when I try to start it?
If you hear a clicking noise (but nothing else) when trying to start your car, that means the starter solenoid or relay contacts are operating, but the starter isn’t cranking the engine. My Car Clicks But Won’t Start—What Does it Mean?
Why does my TDI make a clicking noise?
Click to expand… Dude, the 109 is for the ecu, it does not stop a tdi from cranking. It’s not the main power for the car, classic symptom of a bad 109 is the glow plug light not coming on like normal but the engine will crank just the same.
Why does my VW engine make a rattling noise?
The technical background on this issue is that the timing chain tension has lost its ability to keep the tension and the slack causes the rattle in the engine. Thus, the timing chain may jump, causing the engine not to start. If this happens, it may have contact between the pistons and valve, causing major repair problems for the engine.
When does your VW TDI diesel engine Hiccup?
However, it has its issues. The 2006-11 VW TDI models seem to have a common issue, as shown by complaints to NHTSA about hesitation and or a “hiccup”, that is, a split second pause, usually when when accelerating. Most of the time, the “hiccup” lasts a second, but to a driver, it is very noticeable—enough to cause an “Aha!” or “What’s that?”
Where can I repair a VW engine Rattle?
As soon as you start to hear this noise happening, take it an European shop that specializes in German manufacturers. If you are in the Las Vegas / Henderson, NV area, bring it to Desert Oasis European Auto Service & Repair shop, which is the premier dealership alternative in the area.
Why is my VW transmission making a grinding sound?
While driving at approximately 5 mph the contact noticed a grinding sound. The sound could be heard at different speeds intermittently. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostics. The technician stated the transmission had to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired.
Why is my TDI making a hissing noise?
The OE production EGR cooler on our TDI lasted 85,000 miles before exhibiting a loud “hissing” noise symptom. That noisy EGR cooler was replaced with OEM new. Fast forward to last week or 149,000 miles, and the 2nd ERG cooler was replaced; a strong exhaust leak/odor prompted its replacement, however there was no noise.