There's nothing as scary as unwanted noises from the engine. Do not run immediately to your garage, the malfunction may not be as dramatic as you think. In order to correctly identifier this dysfunction we will find out the most usual noises on this Kia Soul 2 and what they can come from.engine-noise-Kia-Soul-2

The engine of my Kia Soul 2 makes a thud

When you're in neutral and the engine is kind of roar , there is indeed a malfunction. It could come from a not well fixed engine cover, which rebounds repeatedly on another component. It is also possible that a serious hum may come from the belt. When your Kia Soul 2 makes no suspicious noise in neutral, but a deaf noise appears when you are driving, the malfunction most likely comes from bearings not the engine. Do not take too long to go to a garage, it could get worse.

My Kia Soul 2 engine makes a tractor noise

Your Kia Soul 2 makes a airplane noise , you think you are at the airport. In general, it must come from a pierced or damaged pot, not from the engine. The noise should be louder and more serious than usual, but related to acceleration. the more you accelerate, the more the car makes noise. If this is not the case and the noise does not vary with acceleration, go to the garage. The malfunction is probably due to a component of the defective engine.

The engine of my Kia Soul 2 makes a pan noise

A sharp noise on this Kia Soul 2 generally remains related to the belt, and not of the engine as such. It is often the loose accessory belt, or one of the failing idlers. Put a few wrenches on the belt if it is slack, or replace the tensioner roller.

The engine of my Kia Soul 2 makes a lot of noise

When your Kia Soul 2 makes a lot of noise, it can usually be due to two main reasons. The first is a thud that will come from bearings . However, this can also result from tires not inflated enough, or even worn out. When the engine produces a lot of noise, it could also come from a fuel combustion malfunction, or exhaust perforated. Finally, it is rather exceptional that the engine is responsible for this kind of noise.

The engine of my Kia Soul 2 makes a clicking noise

Here is a rather usual and relatively worrying dysfunction. This noise of slam could arise from several engine parts. However, here are the two most common.

  • Poor combustion. Undeniably, poor or partial combustion could generate popping noises. Do not engage in repairs if it is right, go to your garage.
  • When this noise comes only from cold, it could come from hydraulic lifters .
  • The malfunction could also come from pistons , rockers , etc.

Not easy to recognize. Mechanical noises must be taken seriously. We advise you to go to your garage for a more specific audit. Be vigilant!