Why is my car making a weird noise when I try to start it?
It might be a battery or alternator problem. A rapid clicking noise when trying to start your car could mean there’s something wrong within the electrical system. Perhaps your battery’s dead, or your alternator, which charges the battery, isn’t working correctly. You may need to replace your alternator or battery.
Why is my Tacoma engine so loud?
A failing or dirty sensor can send incorrect data, resulting in too much or too little fuel going to the engine. This can result in a rough running engine that is louder than normal. Bad or Dirty Spark Plugs: Bad spark plugs can cause the vehicle to misfire which will make it run louder.
Why do I hear a knocking noise in my engine?
When your engine is running smoothly, the air/fuel mixture burns up in a single, controlled detonation inside each cylinder. Detonation knock is a knocking noise that you’ll hear when the air fuel mixture in the cylinders is detonating in more than once place at a time.
Why does my Toyota Corolla make a clicking sound when I start it?
When your Toyota Corolla makes a clicking sound when you try to start it, it can mean several different problems exist. It can be something as simple as a loose wire to something as severe as a bad engine.
Why does my car make squealing noises when I start the engine?
A lot of engine noises do come from low engine oil or other fluids. Always start by checking the engine oil level with the dipstick if you hear any noise. The other most common thing is a bad serpentine belt which can cause squealing noises. Remove the serpentine belt to see if the noises disappear.
Why does my Tacoma truck make rapid clicking noise?
Discussion in ‘ 1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004) ‘ started by JBF, Sep 7, 2010 . I’ll try that, too. Should be able to borrow a voltage meter from work tomorrow. I had this same thing happen to mine around 90k miles. Turn the key and rapid clicking noise and wouldn’t crank. Push started it for the rest of the week and took it to the dealer.