Why is my car making a water sloshing noise?
The most common cause is a clogged drain trapping water in the heating and cooling system. The water, formed by condensation, usually empties onto the ground. But a clogged drain can cause it to back up, leading to the sloshing sound and even dampness on the passenger-side floor.
Why do I hear water sloshing when I accelerate?
If there is air in the cooling system, it goes into the heater core as it’s the highest point in the cooling system. Once you accelerate, the water pump spins quicker, forcing the coolant into the heater core and pushing the air out. In the end, it produces a sloshing sound.
What makes a bubbling sound?
What Causes Gurgling? Gurgling is caused when something is preventing water or air from flowing through your drains. As the water slowly travels through your drains, air bubbles begin to form and create a gurgling sound. Whether it’s your sink, toilet or shower, all can make that gurgling sound.
When I step on the gas I hear water?
That noise you are hearing is the engine coolant (anti-freeze) traveling through the heater core. The reason you can hear it is due to air being trapped in your engines cooling system. It may also be time for a coolant system flush depending on your coolant quality.
Why does my stomach growl when I’m not hungry?
Why does this happen? A: The “growling” is almost certainly normal and is the result of peristalsis. Peristalsis is coordinated rhythmic contractions of the stomach and intestines that move food and waste. It occurs all of the time, whether or not you are hungry.
Why do I hear liquid sloshing in my car?
Whenever I start my car and put it in gear, I hear the sound of liquid sloshing around as if there were a tub of water just behind the stereo. I can hear it for the first minute of driving (when I accelerate or decelorate) and then it goes away. The sound returns after the car’s been sitting for a while. What’s going on?
Why does my car make a sloshing sound when I Turn on the AC?
If you are really hearing a sloshing sound, then it is very likely water trapped in the AC evaporator drain pan. This would be because your AC drain tube is clogged. Find it and check it. You may check under the hood as I had a trough that the wiper mechanics resided in. The drain holes were blocked.
Why does my Chevy HHR make a sloshing sound?
One might think a sloshing sound in the vent area would be there all the time if they were plugged. Wind noise, engine noise, etc. can mask the sloshing noise. Not many questions here can be answered without a vehicle ID. Thanks for this. I’ll check the coolant levels. Also, forgot to mention it’s a 2007 Chevy HHR 2.4 LT.
Why do I hear liquid coming from my radiator?
The noise you hear is the coolant being pumped through the heater core when you start the engine. Make sure the radiator is completely full and that any air is bled from the system. Some vehicles have a special valve for this purpose. Need a part?Save money while supporting CarTalk.