There is nothing more disturbing than unwanted engine noise. Do not go immediately to your garage, the malfunction is probably not as critical as you might imagine. For good identifier your dysfunction we will find out the most frequent noises on the Opel Rekord Caravan and where they come from.
The engine of my Opel Rekord Caravan makes a thud
When you are in neutral and the engine produces some kind of roar , there is indeed a malfunction. It can come from a not well attached engine cover, which repeatedly ricochets against another component. It is also conceivable that a serious rustle could come from the belt. When your Opel Rekord Caravan produces no strange noise in neutral, but a deaf noise appears when you are driving, the malfunction must most likely come from bearings and not the engine. Do not wait too long to go to a garage, it could get worse.
The engine of my Opel Rekord Caravan makes a tractor noise
Your Opel Rekord Caravan produces a airplane noise , but without having its performance. Often this comes from a punctured or defective exhaust pipe, not from the engine. The noise should be louder and more serious than usual, but related to acceleration. the more you accelerate, the more noise the vehicle produces. When the noise does not vary depending on your acceleration, go to the garage. The malfunction must probably come from a faulty engine component.
The engine of my Opel Rekord Caravan makes a pan noise
A shrill noise on the Opel Rekord Caravan generally remains in connection with the belt, and not of the engine as such. It is usually the loose accessory belt, or one of the failed tension rollers. Tighten the belt if it is slack, or replace the tensioner roller.
The engine of my Opel Rekord Caravan makes a lot of noise
When your Opel Rekord Caravan is making a lot of noise it could usually come from two main reasons. The first is a thud that will come from bearings . However, it can also come from tires not swollen enough, or worn out. When the engine produces a lot of noise, it can also be due to a fuel combustion malfunction, or exhaust hole. Finally, it is rather rare that the engine is the source of this kind of noise.
The engine of my Opel Rekord Caravan makes a clicking noise
This is a fairly usual and relatively disturbing dysfunction. This noise of slam can arise from various engine components. Nevertheless you will find below the two main ones.
- Poor combustion. In fact, poor or partial combustion can generate clicking noises. Do not engage in repairs if this is what is happening, rather go to your garage.
- When this click only comes in the first few minutes, it may have come from hydraulic lifters .
- The malfunction can also come from pistons , rockers , etc.
Not easy to determine. Engine noises should be considered as alerts. It is advisable to go to your garage for a more exact audit. Be vigilant!