Why Is My Car Making a Strange Noise?

If you’re not a mechanic, then it can feel impossible to diagnose any car problems. There are so many big and complicated looking parts that any attempt to figure out a problem feels like guesswork. How are you supposed to know what all the sounds are supposed to mean?

Of course, all of the different sounds mean different things. How are you supposed to know what means what? Well, there are a few things you should keep your ears for. The location of the sound will be the first thing to determine, that will help narrow your search down quite a bit. Next, it’s all about finding out what it means.

What Different Car Sounds Mean

One of the scariest sounds you can hear is a loud squeal or screech by the tires. This sounds scary, but it isn’t a reason to panic. This usually means that the indicator on your brake pad is rubbing against the brake pad. This means it is time to start thinking about replacing your brake pads. If you here a similar sound from under the hood, then it might be time to replace your serpentine belt. This can be a more serious problem, but a mechanic can give you an idea if it needs to be replaced immediately.

If your engine sounds more like an angry cat or growling, then it might be a sign your engine is running low on power. It could be time to test it out and see if it is time to be replaced. Rumbling under your seat might be a sign of a leak or crack in your exhaust system which could lead to some similar problems. Does your car groan when you try to turn? If so, then it could be a problem with the power steering in your car.

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You can always buy yourself a new car to avoid any of those annoying sounds at Carville’s Auto Mart. If you have any questions, then please give us a call and we’ll be happy to help.