Why does my car make a knocking sound when I change gears?
This sound is usually heard as you drive your car, changing gears and accelerating. The sound seems like something inside the engine is knocking hard on it. Usually, that is a result of early ignition of the air-fuel mixture that is supposed to burn at just the right time for producing the optimal power.
Why does my Nissan Versa make a rattling sound?
The exhaust system on your Versa is very prone to corrosion and failure at the weld joints and internal muffler components. Nissan warranty coverage is basic and no recalls or technical service bulletins cover this problem. There are other owners… How do you manually shift the automatic transmission?
Why does my car make a clicking noise when I brake?
If it’s not coming from the engine area, but rather when you turn, your issue might be in the steering system instead. Or, if you hear squealing when you brake, you might need new brake pads. There’s a distinctive sound that the car engine makes when the oil is low. It resembles a clicking, ticking or tapping noise.
Why does my car make a popping noise when I shut it down?
If you hear a sizzling or popping sound immediately after shutting down the engine, there could be a leak. Either oil or coolant is leaking onto a hot engine component. You might see the leak on the exhaust manifold, or it could be harder to find. It could also just be a vacuum line.
Why does my Nissan make a clunking noise when I start the car?
If that isn’t it, then while the hood is up, have someone start the car, and put it first in reverse, then in drive. If the engine jumps around when it goes into gear, then its most likely a bad motor mount. If not that, then jack the car up on both sides so that the front wheels are off the ground.
Why does my Nissan Altima make a rattling noise?
Needs new engine for 3.5k. The noise started out by sounding like an exhaust noise, so I checked all the exhaust pipe from the back all the way up to the intake manifold but could not find the noise in the exhaust system.
Why does my timing chain make a rattling noise?
This rattling noise should not be taken lightly as it warns of upcoming timing chain failure. The cause of the noise is faulty timing chain guide rails and timing chain tensioners that wear out well ahead of schedule. These components are there to keep the timing chain tight and properly positioned.
How to make clunking noise, front right side?
Doug has it right on what all it can be, but I will add a few things. First go to either side of the car with the hood up, and push the front end up, and down. While you’re doing this take a look at the nut that holds the strut to the strut mount on top of the fender.