Why does my turbo sound like its whining?
WHINING ENGINE One of the unexpected advantages of a turbocharger is that it actually makes the engine quieter because it muffles the sound of air intake. However, if you start to hear a loud, whining noise – a bit like a dentist’s drill or police siren – it’s a potential symptom of turbo failure.
What does a turbo sound like when it’s going out?
5) Siren noise A faulty turbo may result in a loud, siren sound coming from the engine. The louder the sound, the worse the problem could be. Here’s the siren noise that typically results from a failing turbo. If you hear this noise, you should consult your mechanic as soon as possible to get your vehicle checked.
What’s the whining noise in my Volvo S60?
I’ve been driving the Volvo S60 2.0T LPT (light-pressure turbo) for 2.5 years now. Recently for the past few days, I notice that whenever I start driving and depressing the accelerator pedal, a strange high-pitched whining sound (sometimes sounds like a siren) appears. This is different from the usual rumbling low-pitched engine sound.
Why does my Turbo make a whistling noise?
All turbochargers make some amount of noise – and most people don’t even notice it. However, if the whistling sound gets louder, more noticeable, or changes in any way, it could be symptomatic of a number of different problems, that all warrant further investigation.
Is it good to have a turbo whistle in your car?
For some people, a turbo whistle can be annoying, but to others, it’s actually desirable! In fact, some people purchase aftermarket ‘turbo whistler’ devices that fit inside the exhaust of a vehicle to mimic the sound of the turbo whistle.
Why does my car whistle when I accelerate?
Turbo whistle is the sound of the compressor inside the turbocharger speeding up (also known as ‘spooling up’, which is why it kicks in at the boost threshold (when the turbo starts to kick in) as you accelerate up the rev range. When should you be concerned?