When, exploring engine noises, some are good, some are bad and some are just ugly.

So, the better you get at diagnosing them, the faster you can determine, which ones need immediate attention. When an unfamiliar engine noises, start coming from somewhere under the hood, people get scared. They may not know enough about complex engine systems, to know if it’s something to worry about or not.

Exploring Engine Noises - Where Are They Coming From And Why
Exploring Engine Noises – Where Are They Coming From And Why

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Engine Knocking – Pinging – Rattling Noise – Most Common Causes

Engine Knocking Ticking Noise – Is This The End Of Your Engine

Vehicle Noise – What Do You Hear And When Do You Hear It?

Mechanical Engine Misfires – What Are They – How To Find Them

Engine Rattling Noise – Reasons You May Have Them – Solutions

Hydraulic Valve Lifter Noise – Usually, A Ticking Or Tapping

Engine Oil Pressure Low – Common Causes And Ways To Fix It

Water Pump Noise – Where Can It Come From – How Bad Is It

Engine Noise – The First Step Is Locating The Source Of The Noise

Engine Spark Knock – Those Knocking, Pinging And Rattling Noises

Common Engine Problems – Noises, Leaks, Overheating, And Fuel

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Valve Train Noise – Where Is It Coming From ? – Is It Bad ?

Abnormal Exhaust Noise, Common On 02-05 Ford 6.0L Diesels

Engine Noises – Where Are They Coming From – Are They Bad

Valve Lash Setting – Top End Ticking Noise, Usually The First Sign

Flexplate – What Does It Do ? – What Can Happen If It Fails ?

Mechanical Fuel Pumps – Everything You Need To Know


BY DANNY BENDER