Where does the whining noise from the engine come from?
Some report a whining noise from engine, some report it to come from the front right or front left and some are plain clueless about it. One probably needs to have near to ‘Vulcan’ hearing (refer: Star Trek), to locate the exact position of the whining component.
Why is my car making a humming noise at 45 mph?
Loud humming noise at 45+ mph!! Just had this same issue. Turned out to be a bad wheel bearing. One way to check is to make some quick side-to-side turns at 45+ mph and listen to see if the the pitch of the hum changes when you change direction.
When does the humming stop at 45 mph?
When I slow down from 60 to 50, the noise is audible, then below 45mph, the noise diminishes. So really all the noise happens between 45 and 60 mph.
Why does my alternator make a whining noise?
Yes, it sure can! Your alternator has bearings inside that allows the pulley and stator to spin with the engine belt. If the belt is rubbing on the pulley due to misalignment or the bearings are worn out your alternator could indeed make a whining noise.
Why does my Audi TT make a whining noise?
If your Audi TT is experiencing a whining noise, its is often going to be caused by something in the engine compartment. The likely cause of whining noise will be determined by when you hear the noise, and under what conditions With that in mind, this page is divided by when you hear the whining noise, and common causes under those conditions.
Why does my 4 wheel drive make a whining sound?
The combination of low oil levels and wear on differential gears results in an audible whining sound when 4-wheel drive is engaged. Begin by checking the oil levels in the diffs and for any fine metal filings in the oil.
When I slow down from 60 to 50, the noise is audible, then below 45mph, the noise diminishes. So really all the noise happens between 45 and 60 mph.
Loud humming noise at 45+ mph!! Just had this same issue. Turned out to be a bad wheel bearing. One way to check is to make some quick side-to-side turns at 45+ mph and listen to see if the the pitch of the hum changes when you change direction.
Why does my car whine at high speeds?
Friction and vibration are two factors that come into play at high car speeds. With a plethora of operational moving parts, figuring out the culprit contributing to the car making whining noise is difficult even for experienced car drivers.
Why does my car make noise when not in gear?
If the car doesn’t make the noise when it is not in gear, chances are it isn’t an engine noise. Race the engine gently with the car in Neutral and listen carefully for any signs of the offensive noise that are associated with the engine speed.
Why does my Mazda 2 burn so much oil?
Most cars with the oil burning problem are 2004-2005 production cars. There is no clear answer to the question what causes high oil consumption. But Mazda has made some changes in the last years of production which made 2.3L engines less prone to the oil burning. In the rest, the engine is quite reliable and durable.
Why are there engine problems in Mazda 3?
When the OBD II mandates hit the manufactures in the mid-ninties one of the monitored functions was to check the integrity of the “evaporative emission control system”. The check is based on the theory that many cars where letting fuel evaporate due to loose or missing fuel caps, and the evaporating fuel was damaging the ozone layer.
What are the problems with the Mazda MZ6?
The system on the Mz6 had two problems initally. 1)If the owner was filling the vehicle with fuel and the test was running…PO455 large leak. 2) If the owner used the remote to lock the doors while the test was running, the door lock motors caused a drain on the battery and the time for the test never made the specified time.
Is there a problem with the 2.3L engine?
But the CEL is a popular problem with mazdas.. It’s a gas cap issue – MUST tighten it till it clicks a few times. Was quite common when the 6 came out but I haven’t read about it in the last few months. 3 clicks will prevent it from coming on. what comes on??? yea?? what ar u guys talking about??
When does the noise change independent of engine speed?
Note that the question specifically states the noise is independent of engine speed – as long as the vehicle speed is above a certain point, the sound remains present and its pitch and volume are not affected when the engine speed changes independent of vehicle speed (e.g.: down-shifting while maintaining 60 MPH). – Iszi Oct 23 ’15 at 14:53
What should I do if my car makes a whining noise when accelerating?
Drive your car slowly over a smooth and even road, and try to feel and hear whether there is anything out of the ordinary, especially as you shift gears. Then, accelerate quickly and continue to listen and feel for anything that’s off.
Why does my Car Make Noise at 45 mph?
Since it only happens at 45+ MPH, and is fairly quiet to begin with, listening from outside the car is not an option and it gets drowned out by the wind when the windows are down. The sound only seems to be slightly affected by vehicle speed.
Why does the whining engine noise increase with RPM?
Whining engine noise. Increases with RPM I noticed over the weekend that there is a whining noise coming from the engine bay and it increases with RPM no matter on idle or under load. It is like a supercharger noise and is quite obvious around 3000rpm. Engine is stock except the HKS drop in filter.
When to go to the mechanic for a car whining noise?
The rising noise in the car can indicate an engine problem too. The engine has a complicated mechanism and it is better to go to a mechanic for its diagnosis. But, you should do that only after being sure that the trouble is with the engine, not with the transmission.
Why does my Subaru Forester make a whining noise?
If your Forester’s stereo is making a whining noise, it is usually caused by a condition known as “alternator whine”. Alternator whine is a product of a drop in voltage between the radio and the alternator itself.
Why does my Toyota RAV4 make a whining noise?
If it gets too low on fluid they’ll make the it’ll whine a lot. You need to check the fluid level and fill it back up to the factory fill line. The pump can also go out. To determine if it is the power steering pump, turn the wheel left and right with the vehicle sitting.