There is nothing more disturbing than untimely noises from the engine. Do not go immediately to your auto repairer, the problem is probably not as serious as you think. To correctly identifier the problem let's find out the most frequent noises on this Seat 132 as well as where they came from.
The engine of my Seat 132 makes a loud noise
If you are in neutral and the engine produces some kind of roar , there is indeed a problem. This could be from a badly hung engine cover, which repeatedly taps against another constituent. It is also conceivable that a serious buzzing sound comes from your belt. If your Seat 132 is not producing suspicious noise in neutral, but a thump is heard when you are driving, the problem most likely comes from bearings and not the engine. Do not wait too long to go to an auto repairer, it could get worse.
My Seat 132 engine makes a tractor noise
The Seat 132 produces a airplane noise , you think you are at the airport. Usually this comes from a drilled or defective pot, not from the engine. The noise should be louder and louder than usual, but dependent on acceleration. the faster you accelerate, the more noise the engine produces. When the noise does not vary depending on your acceleration, go to the auto repairer. The problem must probably come from a damaged engine component.
The engine of my Seat 132 makes a pan noise
A pan noise on this Seat 132 is usually related to the belt, and not of the engine itself. It is often the loose accessory belt, a damaged idler. Tighten your belt when it is slack, or change the tensioner roller.
The engine of my Seat 132 makes a lot of noise
If your Seat 132 makes a lot of noise it can often come from two main reasons. For the first, it is a thud that will come from bearings . However, it can also come from tires not sufficiently swollen, or in poor condition. If the engine makes a lot of noise, it could also be due to a problem with fuel combustion, or exhaust perforated. Finally, it is rather rare that the engine is responsible for this kind of noise.
The engine of my Seat 132 makes a clicking noise
This is a relatively frequent and relatively worrying problem. This noise of slam could come from various engine parts. However here are the two most common.
- Poor combustion. And yes, poor or partial combustion could generate clicking noises. Do not engage in repairs if ever it is, rather go to your car repairer.
- If this noise only comes from cold, it could be from hydraulic lifters .
- The problem could also arise from pistons , rockers , etc.
Not easy to recognize. Engine noises should be considered as alerts. We advise you to go to your auto repairer for a more specific diagnosis. Good road !