Hi I’ve got a 94 kzn130 surf lost most of da coolant one drive n engine started getting hot I stopped n worked da problem out but now I’ve got either an oil or diesel leak coming from under the back of turbo area n on start makes a tapping noise haven’t lost any power n doesn’t blow any different smoke amount or colour but radiator seems to feel hot, 2004 6.0 power stroke v8 turbo deisal engine knock only when idle stops knocking when reved up. Diagnosing a check-engine light and dealing with squeaking brakes. Engine knock could also indicate a problem that won't get any better. Engine knocking is a noise an engine makes that sounds metallic, hollow, hammering, or rattling. Yes. Take into account what you know about the noise, your car's maintenance history, and any problems your engine may have experienced or is experiencing now. I am going to take it to a professional tomorrow. Is there anywhere I can send you a short video so I can get a quick opinion. Changed the oil and strained it to see if there were any metal filings.Thankfully only one tiny speck. This is a 2002 Suzuki Aerio 2.0L engine. Let me know what you find, thanks. Do … That’s all fixed BUT now I’m hearing nasty fast tapping, I saw slight smoke (like cigarette smoke) when I lifted the hood. There are no warning lights on the dash board, and it's not really loud. Thank You! GMC :: 2010 - Knocking Sound And Check Engine Light Came On. I disconnected the transmisdion module and the noise clears. The contact called dutch miller kia of charlotte (704-247-7124, located at 7725 south blvd, charlotte, nc 28273) and scheduled a diagnostic appointment. A car with a poorly running engine is more polluting and less fuel efficient. I guess the ticking sound started 2 weeks after oil change, and yet it doesn't do it all the time. Do you smell exhaust fumes inside the vehicle? The cylinder that aint firing, the plug is soaked, csnt tell if its gas or oil? I can alos "feel" the knock in the gas pedal. If the noise subsides you could probably drive it to a mechanic, if not I recommend you have it towed just to be safe. An RV is an expensive thing to buy, and once sold, it depreciates literally every month. The problem with engine knocking is that it can be caused by quite a few issues. My Toyota Mark 2, engine is making a lot of noise when starting. Valve lifter failure. It happens mainly when selecting gears and then quietens and becomes intermittent. I recommend you don't take the car back until the noise is completely gone and you may want to call the Honda Customer Relations # in your owners manual and let them know what your concerns are so they can contact the dealership and help move the process along a little faster for you, they may send out a field engineer to help diagnose the noise. You'll need to find the engine oil dipstick and see if you need to add oil or if the oil level is up to the full line. Eddie Carrara (author) from New Hampshire on February 17, 2020: I recommend you top off the oil and have the leak checked asap. I also notice that when I am parked and accelerate the gas the knocking sound is not there and neither is the smoke. Question: There's a knocking noise coming from the engine area of my vehicle, but it only knocks when accelerated. It may not even be an internal tick/knock, it could be caused by a serpentine belt, external belt tensioner, timing chain/belt, or timing chain/ belt tensioner. Let me know if this is what got changed, and if you paid someone to replace it, how much did it cost? I mentioned in the previous section that an incorrect air-fuel ratio creates this annoying noise. Anything that you could tel me would be a great help. Thanks. Can anyway help me better understand this. Engine miles were 86,000, This engine was maintained properly and the oil was changed every 5000 miles. There are many different things that can cause engine knocking in your Chevy Trailblazer. Just noticed 2 days ago some ticking noises when I start it up in the morning. Have a 2002 Buick Lasabre Custom. Carefully read the diagnostic description and see if it would apply to the sound coming from your engine. With no prior issues, just out of the blue. One is to buy and keep it for years hoping that the price increases, the other is to buy for a low price and flip it for a quick profit. G.D. Palmer is a freelance writer and illustrator living in Milwaukee, Wis. She has been producing print and Web content for various organizations since 1998 and has been freelancing full-time since 2007. I’m at the mercy of the shop st Nissan. When i hear the noise it does get louder and faster as the rpm's increase. I recommend getting a second opinion by someone reputable. Same motor but in a 2013, Elantra with 103k miles. Let me know if you find anything, thanks. Reduce speed and load, as well. Engine spark knock sounds like a metallic knocking, pinging or rattling noise, coming from your engine. Serviced religiously at suggested intervals. Typically, you'll need to dig deep into the engine to either fix the noise by replacing internal engine parts (camshaft or crankshaft) or replacing the complete engine. He is an ASE Certified Master Technician and has bruised knuckles to prove it. Cruze would not allow me to accelerate above 60 mph. Any ideas? https://youtu.be/GInfvb6U48Q. Was referred to take it to a repair shop that has been in business for a while. If your engine is burning oil past the piston rings or valve guide seals, the usual sign is blue smoke exiting the exhaust pipe, some when the engine is idling and more when the engine is accelerating. Eddie Carrara (author) from New Hampshire on March 26, 2018: If your engine has a knocking noise like the video, it may be time for a new engine, but not for 10k. You'd be surprised what you find out. It's capable of sensing problems with the engine, but it can't tell you where they come from. He has also tested the solenoids, then functioned correctly. Is that correct? There are several reasons the oil level in your engine may be low. Eddie Carrara (author) from New Hampshire on July 08, 2019: I recommend you check the oil level often. It keeps coming up with 0016 and 0017 error codes which relate to Cam sensor Correlation issues. Keep me posted on what you find, thanks. Can I still drive it for short distances before getting a fix? Eddie Carrara (author) from New Hampshire on November 06, 2019: You'll need to check your shifter linkage/cables and holders, it sounds like something is either worn or broken. What shall i my in v6 carmy. READ update for what caused below.!!!!! Short out pluge wires by disconnecting them one at a time and see if knock goes away if it does then it's cylinder and it may be a rod bearing knock. And more. Its driving me nuts and i want it fixed but i they don't want to fix it, Honda civic 1.5 2016 model change engine oil 5w-30 run the engine for 100 kilometers and engine sound change like noisy tappet. Eddie Carrara (author) from New Hampshire on April 09, 2020: I recommend you identify where the noise is coming from, top or bottom? If you never do any service to your vehicle, the one maintenance item you should always do is change your oil. The engine is making a loud knocking noise. April 6, 2019. Powerful, noisy, smelly, rattly. The most common noise is a high frequency, light-knocking sound. Engine miles were 110,000. Is it a transmission problem or a module problem? I have an 02 nissan altima, it has 76k miles on it. Eddie Carrara (author) from New Hampshire on October 02, 2018: Can you take a video of the noise and post it to YouTube then send me the link? Theres a grinding metallic sound when exhilarating and now I just give up because I though all will be well with my car. Some common causes could cause engine ticking. Took it to Dealer and they said the car is low on oil. I’m guessing it’s the lifters, but I’m open to any suggestions. Thus, the American Muscle Car was born. My check engine light is also on. The FIRST thing that you should do is make sure that you aren’t running out of oil. Fuel injectors are small electrical valves that make clicking and ticking sounds when quickly opening and closing at idle. However, pre-ignition can be followed by knocking. If your car's has a broken engine you can consider selling your car online or read on about engine rod knock. What do you think the issue is? It doesn’t ever get better on its own, although when your engine is cold, the noise … Three weeks later they finally completed that repair and upon a test drive, discovered the noise was still present. Top 8 Causes of Engine Ticking Noise. I bought a used 2010 GMC Terrain with 28,000 miles on it in April of 2013. Eddie Carrara (author) from New Hampshire on June 13, 2020: It sounds like either you're really low on oil or the engine overheated, so check your oil and coolant to see which is the culprit, but it sounds like the damage is done already. All of which relate to the known (though undisclosed to me) issues with the gdi engines. Eddie Carrara (author) from New Hampshire on April 02, 2019: If the camshaft is damaged you can drive for a while and it will never get better but if it gets worse you'll need to replace the camshaft and rocker arm. Especially when I get into gears. I have a 1999 Saturn Sc2 Coupe. If the engine starts knocking and you add oil and it's still knocking, you have damaged the engine. Engine knocking refers to the metallic sound an engine can produce when pressure is applied to the gas pedal. Is your engine making an annoying knocking, pinging or rattling sound when you accelerate. Keep me posted on what you find, thanks. No smoke or check engine light is on. American auto manufacturers were on a roll in the 1960s. The oil is the blood of your engine, and the engine is the heart of your car, just like the human body, take care of your heart, and the blood will keep pumping. They may increase as the engine load rises as well. Wish I could help build moral ha. Brought it back to dealer, they told me that its supposed to have a OEM oil filter and 5w 30 synthetic oil. And aside from the knocking noise, the check engine light also flickers. Thanks. Engine spark knock is usually heard, during moderate to heavy engine acceleration. It also Idols when I start it, and stop at a red light. Instead of proper combustion, you have a lot of unburnt fuel. Again started normally. the engine makes a lot of noise and just notice the Engin head was full will sticky oils.