Why does my dash sound like it has liquid sloshing around?
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.
What is the sloshing sound in my car?
The sloshing sound you hear, when your vehicle starts, most likely is air trapped in the heater core. The solution to this problem is to have the coolant system flushed. There is the possibility, the AC system refrigerant is low. This could be result of a leaking AC compressor.
Why does my car make a gurgling sound when I accelerate?
Note that any vehicle exhibiting a persistent “gurgle” noise, heard coming from the heater core has excessive air in the system and should be purged to prevent engine damage due to extended operation with low coolant.
Why does my car sound like a washing machine?
Sounds like an off-kilter washing machine This sound is often caused by a loose lug nut spinning and banging around inside your hubcap, which means your wheel is not secure. If you hear this noise, pull over as soon as you safely can and tighten the loose nut or call roadside assistance to take you to a mechanic.
Why is my car making rattling noises when I accelerate?
If you hear a pinging or rattling sound when accelerating, low-octane fuel could be the cause. Pinging (also called pre-ignition or detonation) can also be the result of carbon deposits, a bad knock sensor, overheating or incorrect ignition timing.
Why is my dash clock flashing on my Outback?
It was at just answers.com by an auto tech by the name of Mike V. He said that after 18 hours of trying to isolate this very problem he found an open clip under the drivers seat intended to power up low tire pressure sensors. But the 06 outback doesn’t have that feature so it is just an open clip.
What can I do about the sloshing sound under the dash?
The best system I know of is to park on a steep grade with the front of the car facing upward, then let the engine run with the radiator cap off. Squeezing the hoses, especially the hoses near the back of the engine compartment that go to the heater core, and varying the throttle can help. You should get bubbles coming up the top of the radiator.
Why does my 06 Outback have a yellow stripe?
But the 06 outback doesn’t have that feature so it is just an open clip. When it gets corroded it sends funny signals back to the integrated control module. To fix this he suggests clipping the green wire with a yellow stripe on it. Sound crazy?
Why does my car make a running water sound?
I’ve recently noticed that when this “running water” sound occurs that it is more prominent when the engine is running faster (e.g. during acceleration).