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rattling noise

Hi there. The rattling noise could be the drive belt or pulley that is loose when not under a load. When turning the wheels or on highway driving conditions, the noise may not be there for the engine is under...

Yes. I would replace the tensioner at the same time since the only addition would be parts and there would be minimal labor added since you are already removing the water pump. The tensioner is most likely just as worn...

Hi. This issue can be one of many things. From detonation occurring in your engine, a timing belt needing to be replaced, a faulted catalytic converter, or an issue with fuel that is in your vehicle. More information about when...

Damage often occurs to a vehicle when it hits a curb, even it the initial impact seems small. Your Nissan Versa could be experiencing one or more of its splash shields, found underneath the vehicle, come loose and is now...

Hi there. The rattling to grinding noise, upon start-up, with a/c on could be, the air conditioning compressor (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/ac-compressor-replacement) developing a bearing problem. It could also be, the a/c compressor is fine and the serpentine drive belt tensioner assembly (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/drive-belt-tensioner-replacement)...

Hello. It sounds like a pulley for the belts is going bad. The water pump (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/water-pump-replacement), alternator (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/alternator-replacement), power steering pump (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/power-steering-pump-replacement), or A/C compressor (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/ac-compressor-replacement) could have a problem as well, that is causing the noise you hear. The...

Yes, a loose heat shield, exhaust leak, damaged muffler or catalytic converter, or even a faulty engine mount may all contribute to a rattling noise. The exhaust system and motor mounts need to be inspected for contact issues. You may...

Hi. Overheating is a serious issue and can cause significant damage to the engine such as breaking the head gasket or even damaging the cylinders and pistons. You should have a certified technician, such as one from YourMechanic, inspect the...

Hi there. Diagnosing a noise is one of the hardest things for a mechanic to do; especially since there are so many potential issues. In many cases, the sounds you're describing are caused by loose heat shields, engine covers or...

This can be caused by engine running too lean when cold and causing the rattle under load. Try to have the mass air sensor cleaned to see if problem stops? If not then have mass air sensor replaced and the...

Hello, thank you for writing in. The vehicle may be having a catalytic converter issue. When the catalyst inside of the unit fails, it can chip off into chunks and rattle around in the case. The sound amplifies when the...

All of the components you have mentioned are possibilities but the root cause could have been, for example, a failure of the lubrication system. On disassembly of the engine for rebuilding it will of course be immediately apparent what caused...

If it is increasing in frequency on longer drives, or hotter weather, this may be a worn connecting rod bearing - which will "rap" under a load. Oil pressure drops with heat, so this type of issue will be more...

Noises such as this require some creativity to locate. The first challenge is recreating the noise. It is good that you are paying attention to the conditions it occurs and does not occur during. These kinds of details can help...

The heat shield is designed to keep the engine at a specific temperature. I recommend leaving the heat shield on but fixing it to where it does not vibrate. Look for any cracks or broken bolts to see if the...

Hello. I will assume your vehicle is equipped with a manual transmission as it sounds like you are shifting gears yourself. The symptoms you've given are leading me to a malfunction in your clutch assembly, or engine and transmission assembly...

Hi there. The overheating of your vehicle (www.yourmechanic.com/services/car-is-overheating-inspection) may have caused your head gasket to warp. This warpage allows coolant to enter combustion chambers causing your vehicle to not efficiently cool. An external leak is not necessary for this blown...

Sounds like you might need new struts. Struts perform the same function as shock absorbers. When they go bad, a dull rattle sound can be heard when going over bumps or uneven roads. The repair usually entails replacement of the...

Hi.. unfortunately, I could not access the video (says, "content not available"). The rubber bond in a control arm bushing should be tight and appear unbroken and thus there should be no "excess" free play as you move the arm....

In order to try and locate a vibration due to an aftermarket radio with heavy bass you would need to try and touch each body part until you find the part that is vibrating and then a fix may be...