It's making a noise when I accelerate but not the whole t...
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Mike V.
348 days ago
Hi, my name is\*\*\*\*\*’ve been a technician on Just Answer since 2007 and I'll be helping you today. I'm sorry to hear you are having difficulties with your vehicle. I know how inconvenient car trouble is, but together, we will get your vehicle back up and running quickly.
May I ask whom I am chatting with today?
Customer
348 days ago
Jennifer wahlgood evening lol
Mike V.
348 days ago
Good evening Jennifer, it's nice to meet you.
Can you describe the noise you are hearing?
Also, does it have to be moving or can you just rev the [engine](/topics-engine-chevy/) and hear the sound?
Customer
348 days ago
It's like a revving noise but clicky. Pretty sure I have to be movingBut it also bucks when I'm completely stopped
Mike V.
348 days ago
Ok
It sounds like it might be a misfire.
Is your check engine light coming on at all?
Customer
348 days ago
No
Mike V.
348 days ago
Ok
Thanks for the info.
I would start with checking the oil. The engine oil may be low, this would cause the noise and may also cause the rough running.
If the oil looks good, then I would like to have you try a test for a wheel bearing issue.
As you are driving, try weaving back and forth in the lane and see if the sound changes pitch at all.
Please check this and let me know.
Customer
348 days ago
Ok sevSec
Mike V.
348 days ago
Ok
Customer
348 days ago
I need oil I think.....its only 300 over the 3000 miles
Mike V.
348 days ago
That's ok, but you need to make sure you fill it with oil or it will destroy the engine.
This is very important.
Customer
348 days ago
Doing that bow
Mike V.
348 days ago
Ok, then drive it a little and see if it's improved.
I should be on for another 15 minutes or so, but you can post here and I will get it in the morning.
Customer
348 days ago
Ok ty
Mike V.
348 days ago
You're welcome.
Customer
348 days ago
Dang the oil solved the noise and bucking but now why is my oil so low when I'm current on oil changes?
Mike V.
348 days ago
Well, it's good it solved the original issue, but it does mean you have a different issue. You are either leaking oil or the car is burning oil. You will have to get under it to check and see if it's leaking.
Glad the first issue is handled
Customer
348 days ago
I have no way of getting under my car to look. I checked my driveway for oil though and didn't see much of anything. My car also doesn't smell like its burning oil. I should get it looked at.
Mike V.
348 days ago
Yes, I would get it looked at as soon as you get it in for the next oil change. If it's not leaking it, then the engine is using it.
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