There is nothing more frightening than unusual noises from the engine. Do not suddenly go to your garage, the malfunction is probably not as critical as you think. So that properly identifier this dysfunction, we will see the most frequent noises on the Toyota Prius 4 Rechargeable and where they come from.engine-noise-Toyota-Prius-4-Rechargeable

The engine of my Toyota Prius 4 Rechargeable makes a thud

If you are at a standstill and the engine is sort of roar , there is indeed a malfunction. It could come from a not well hung engine cover, which repeatedly ricochets against another constituent. It is also conceivable that a serious buzzing sound comes from the belt. If your Toyota Prius 4 Rechargeable does not emit a strange noise in neutral, but a deaf noise occurs as soon as you are traveling, the malfunction must most likely come from bearings not the engine. Don't wait too long to get to a garage, it can get worse.

The engine of my Toyota Prius 4 Rechargeable makes a tractor noise

The Toyota Prius 4 Rechargeable makes a airplane noise , you think you are at the airport. Usually this comes from a drilled or faulty exhaust pipe, not from the engine. The noise should be louder and more serious than usual, but related to acceleration. the harder you press the accelerator, the louder the car. When the noise does not vary according to your acceleration, go to your garage. The malfunction must probably come from a faulty engine component.

The engine of my Toyota Prius 4 Rechargeable makes a pan noise

A shrill noise on the Toyota Prius 4 Rechargeable is usually due to the belt, not the engine itself. It is generally the accessory belt not tight enough, a damaged tensioner roller. Put a few wrenches on the belt in case it is not tight enough, or change the tensioner roller.

The engine of my Toyota Prius 4 Rechargeable makes a lot of noise

If your Toyota Prius 4 Rechargeable emits a lot of noise it can usually be due to two main reasons. For the first, it is a thud that will come from bearings . But it can also result from tires not sufficiently swollen, or too worn. If your engine produces a lot of noise, it could also be due to a fuel combustion malfunction, or exhaust perforated. Finally, it is rather rare that the engine is responsible for this kind of noise.

The engine of my Toyota Prius 4 Rechargeable makes a clicking noise

This is a relatively frequent and fairly disturbing dysfunction. This noise of slam could result from various engine components. But you'll find the two most common below.

  • Poor combustion. Indeed, poor or partial combustion could cause clicking noises. Do not embark on repairs if this is the case, rather go to your garage.
  • If this noise only comes from cold, it could come from hydraulic lifters .
  • The malfunction could also result from pistons , rockers , etc.

Not easy to determine. Engine noises should be taken seriously. We advise you rather to go to your garage for a more exact check. Good road !