It is often a sign that there is something wrong with your car. This article will focus on 5 car sounds you should not ignore …..
Wheel Chirping while Driving
The wheel hub or axle bearings may fail if there is a chirping or squeaking sound. The vehicle’s speed will affect the intensity of the sound. It can sometimes be difficult to hear and it may sound cutoff. It may be more noticeable if you are driving near or under other vehicles. It is possible that the bearing is defective. It could cause the wheel loosen or disengage from the vehicle.
You should not confuse the noise of the brake pads and the noise coming from your wheels. In humid conditions, brake pads can swell slightly. This can lead to annoying rubbing and squeaking.
If you hear clicking/clicking sounds when you turn, it is usually an indication of a problem with your axle heads.
Brake sounds of friction and screeching
Sometimes brakes make rubbing and squeaking sound when the pads get wet. Some brake pads, particularly semi-metallic, may squeak when cold. If your brakes make scraping or rubbing sounds, your pads may be worn out. You should not wait as worn brakes will not stop you from a safe distance. You can wear the discs if you continue to use your vehicle this way. This can lead to more serious problems with the brake system.
Hearing sounds from Engine Compartment
It could be a sign that your engine has been overheated. To check the temperature, turn on the temperature gauge. Don’t drive if you see steam. This can cause engine damage.
Take your vehicle off the road and open the hood carefully. You should inspect the radiator hoses, engine, and radiator for fluid leaks. Antifreeze is leaking from your cooling system if you smell or see steam. You should not open the radiators or coolant reservoirs and you shouldn’t add coolant to the engine until it has cooled.
Notice: A leaking cooling system will be reduced if liquid is added. The addition of a cooling system inhibitor (such as a leak suppressor, or similar product) can stop or slow down small leaks, but it will not work against large leaks. You should replace the leaking component as soon as you can.
Clicking sounds from engine
Engines can make a lot noise. However, a metallic clicking or knocking sound could indicate low oil pressure or that there is no oil in the engine. The valves are responsible for the clicking sound. The valve tappets which open and close the valves could break if there is a low oil level in your crankcase or an oil pressure problem with your oil pump. This sound will be heard around the top of your engine.
Wait a few minutes to let the oil return to the sump before you check the oil level. If the oil level is too low, add oil. Don’t overfill your crankcase with oil. You should also inspect the engine for oil leaking. Leakage of oil can be caused by a leaking gasket.
It is not a good idea for you to keep driving if the sound doesn’t stop or the oil pressure indicator warning lamp is on. Engine damage can be extensive and costly if oil pressure is lost.
Other engine sounds can also be a sign of trouble. You may hear metallic sounds from worn piston bearings.
If the engine makes a loud, ringing sound when you accelerate, pull loads or go uphill, this could be a sign that your engine has an abnormality in its combustion chamber. This can be caused by carbon buildup, low octane gasoline, engine overheating or faulty EGR systems, ignition timing errors, or defective knock sensors.
Exhaust Screaming/Humming While Driving
When you accelerate, you’ll hear the exhaust sound coming from your exhaust system. While this noise isn’t harmful to your vehicle it can indicate that your exhaust system needs repairs (possibly, a new muffler/pipe).
The passenger compartment can be contaminated by carbon monoxide-containing exhaust gases. Carbon monoxide (CO), is a silent killer. The small amount of carbon monoxide that gets into your car during the journey can cause you to lose your concentration, attention and ability to respond to the road. A high concentration of 0.08 percent carbon monoxide can cause dizziness and headaches, as well as nausea and drowsiness. In less than three minutes, a one percent concentration can cause death.
Your exhaust system should be repaired as soon possible.
