Loud engine/Exhaust noise drone above 3000RPM. Standard car.
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Loud engine/Exhaust noise drone above 3000RPM. Standard car.
Hi
Wondering if anyone has had any similar problems or can give advice.
My car seems very refined to drive until I accelerate/put the car under hard load above 3000rpm. It then sounds very harsh and loud - and not in a good way.
Also the car seems to have a very loud drone/hum at 80MPH which sounds like it is coming from under my feet/back of the engine. Clutch/Exhaust/Sensors/Transmission etc?
Now I understand the cars are generally viewed as loud engines, but I know this is more than that. My girlfriends 1.4 diesel car is actually quieter at 80MPH.
Any help would be appreciated.
Wondering if anyone has had any similar problems or can give advice.
My car seems very refined to drive until I accelerate/put the car under hard load above 3000rpm. It then sounds very harsh and loud - and not in a good way.
Also the car seems to have a very loud drone/hum at 80MPH which sounds like it is coming from under my feet/back of the engine. Clutch/Exhaust/Sensors/Transmission etc?
Now I understand the cars are generally viewed as loud engines, but I know this is more than that. My girlfriends 1.4 diesel car is actually quieter at 80MPH.
Any help would be appreciated.
Sounds like a wheel bearing. If its coming from the exhaust area I'm betting its in the rear.
Usually you will notice play in the rear wheels if a bearing is bad - put the car on a lift or some jack stands, and see if you can wiggle the wheel back and fourth. Any play would indicate a bad bearing.
Good luck!
Jason
Usually you will notice play in the rear wheels if a bearing is bad - put the car on a lift or some jack stands, and see if you can wiggle the wheel back and fourth. Any play would indicate a bad bearing.
Good luck!
Jason
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