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What are those car noises trying to tell you?

The car makes various types of sounds that can be difficult to identify. To make it easier for you, Check here some of the frequently heard sounds and what they mean.

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What are those car noises trying to tell you?

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  1. What Are Those Car Noises Trying To Tell You?

  2. Cranking, squealing, screeching—our cars have their own way of speaking to us. These noises are nothing but their way of reaching out to us when in need of attention. Cars are a mechanical work of art; however, they develop numerous technical errors through the course of their lifespan. Some issues need immediate attention, others can wait. Car noises are important indicators of such major and minor issues in the car. Now, the car makes various types of sounds that can be difficult to identify. To make it easier for you, we’ve listed down some of the frequently heard sounds and what they mean.

  3. The tires screeching: When you step on the brake pedals of your car, especially when in haste, you hear a high pitched sound of the tires screeching. This indicates that the brake pads of your car are worn down. It is about time you get rid of the old brake pads, and replace them with new ones. It is definitely a significant issue that needs to be taken care of. However, it is not urgent. You can plan it in the near future, according to your convenience.

  4. The shriek under the hood: When you hear a squealing sound from somewhere near your engine area. This sound is an indication that the serpentine belt is worn out and about to break. It is a serious issue and an immediate cause for concern. All the major systems in the car are dependent on the serpentine belt. If this belt breaks apart, the car will come to a stand-still and won’t be able go any further. If the shrieking noise is combined with a metallic sounds that changes with the speed of your car, it could be a sign of a bad wheel bearing. Go to the service station as soon as you hear these sounds. You can also reach out to your regular mechanic for inspection and guidance.

  5. The engine rur: When you turn on the engine and hear a “rurrurrur” that sounds like a grumpy cat. It means that your battery is having a hard time kicking off. This is a tell-tale sign of a failing battery. However, there could also be some other problems with the battery, like low levels of fluid. Although, it is not a major concern, getting your car battery checked by a mechanic will help you understand what’s wrong with it and allow you to take corrective measures in advance. If you find out that the life of your battery is about to get exhausted, you can get a new car battery in advance, and save yourself the unpleasant surprise of getting into a car that refuses to start. Pick from the numerous car batteries manufacturers in India all of whom provide various types of batteries.

  6. The rumble and roar under the driver’s seat: When you are smoothly driving your car, and you hear a little rumble from under the driver’s seat. This sound simply indicates the failure of the exhaust system. The sound that you hear is the extra noise from the engine. Due to the failure of the exhaust system, all the sound produced in the engine gets directed into the car. It is not a major issue for the vehicle, but the carbon monoxide that gets in the car is too harmful to ignore.

  7. The groaning sound: Your car makes a groaning and whining sound when you turn the steering wheel. The latter may also feel jammed and unresponsive. This is a serious issue concerning your safety. The noise indicates that your power-steering system is not in good condition. There are chances that your steering could get out of control. Get the power steering pump checked for leakages, cracks or failure. Procrastinating could be very risky. Go to the service station at the earliest, and try to avoid fast turns on the way.

  8. Now that you know how to decipher car noises, make sure to listen carefully when driving. Turn down the radio, and try to understand the source of the sound. The above information will help you identify the problem associated with the noise, so you can determine if there is an emergency or your car is just being cranky. Tata Green car batteries incorporate technology from the world's leading battery manufacturers. This is seen in their 35ah ,70ah, 80ah car batteries. The brand stands amongst the top car batteries manufacturers in India.

  9. Image Source:  automachi.com, firestonecompleteautocare.com, mercedessource.com, carfromjapan.com, driving.ca

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