Car Noises that Mean Trouble
We don’t want to frighten you, but owning a car, truck or SUV is a big responsibility. Not only do you have a responsibility to drive safely at all times, but you also are responsible for your vehicle’s service and maintenance. Cars are complex machines, and it takes a lot of time and practice to get to know all their ins and outs. So, with that in mind, here’s a list of car noises that mean trouble. If you hear your car, truck or SUV making any of these noises, be sure to get it checked out right away.
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List of 16 Sounds that Mean Something Serious Could be Wrong with Your Car
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This is a long list, so we’re going to get right down to it. But before we do, remember that if you hear your car, truck or SUV making any of these noises, please be sure to get it checked out right away. So, here we go. Car noises you should listen for include any sound made while you turn a corner, any clunking sound while you’re braking, any flapping noises, any grinding sounds while shifting, any hissing or sizzling sound coming from under your hood, any knocking sounds coming from your engine, any loud bangs, any low-pitched humming coming from under your hood or under your car, any popping sounds coming from your engine, any rattles from anywhere inside or outside of your car, any unusual roaring sounds that continue to grow louder while you accelerate, any squealing or chirping sounds while you accelerate, any squealing noises while braking, any scraping or grinding noises while braking, any tapping or clicking sounds coming from your engine or any whining sounds coming from anywhere (except from the kids in the back seat – sorry, but that one is all yours to deal with).
We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again, if you hear any of these noises or any other unusual or problematic sounds, please make sure you get it checked out right away to ensure your – and everyone else’s – safety. And if you’re interested in a high quality used car, truck or SUV that you won’t have to worry about starting to make these noises, please contact our staff here at Victory Motors in Metro Detroit.
