Car Sounds and What the Issue Could Be

Your vehicle is a complex machine, a beautiful system of many parts and gears that must work together to get you to where you need to be. Since your car is a steady battle of moving parts, contact between these areas sometimes leads to friction and wear. So when you hear sounds coming from your car then something needs fixing, and the most common noises could be due to these reasons:

Squeaky Brakes

Have your brakes been acting strange lately? Do you hear noises when braking? These are a few of the symptoms that mean that your car has a braking issue. Typically the squeaky brake noise arises when the brake materials, such as the brake pads, are poor or worn. It's best to seek professional auto service to diagnose this sound properly.

Engine Rattling

An engine rattle is usually a result of pre-ignition. When you start your car by turning the key, there is typically an ignition of the fuel/air charge before the spark plug fires. Pre-ignition happens when something else ignites first, like an overheated spark plug tip or carbon deposits in the combustion chamber. This causes the engine rattling sound.

Engine Clicking

One of the most common reasons for the engine clicking is lack of oil. The only way to prevent this engine surface contact is by using good motor oil and changing your oil filter. Motor oil cleans, prevents corrosion, and cools the engine by moving the heat away from the moving parts. It prevents friction by forming a separating film between surfaces of moving parts and thus eliminates the clicking noises.

Knocking Under the Hood

The cause of an engine knock could be a variety of reasons that require immediate attention. Some causes may include faulty spark plugs, low fuel octane and carbon deposits in the engine. Be sure to visit our service center for an inspection from our technicians.

Engine Squealing

The engine usually squeals when the belts are worn out and need replacing. The car has multiple belts that power many major parts, such as the air injection pump, power steering pump, cooling fan, and conditioning compressor. When these belts squeal from misalignment or improper tension, all the parts that they power will cease to work properly.

Please visit our BMW dealership in Springfield for the diagnosis and repair of any noises coming from your car. Our commitment to providing the best quality work possible with our certified technicians that stand us apart from the rest.