There is nothing more worrying than unwanted engine noise. Do not run abruptly to your car repairer, the malfunction is probably not as serious as you might imagine. To correctly identifier malfunction we will find out the most frequent noises on this Seat Ateca and what they can come from.
The engine of my Seat Ateca makes a thud
If you are stopped and the engine emits some kind of roar , there is indeed a malfunction. This could be from a not properly attached engine cover, which repeatedly taps on another component. It also remains plausible that a severe humming noise may have come from the belt. If your Seat Ateca does not emit any suspicious noise when it is stopped, but a deaf noise appears when you are driving, the malfunction must most likely come from bearings and not the engine. Do not take too long to go to a car repairer, it can get worse.
The engine of my Seat Ateca makes a tractor noise
The Seat Ateca emits a airplane noise , but without having its power. Usually, it must come from a pierced or faulty pot, and not from the engine. The noise should be louder and louder than usual, but dependent on acceleration. the harder you press the accelerator, the more noise the engine emits. When the noise does not vary depending on your acceleration, go to your auto repairer. The malfunction must certainly come from a component of the faulty engine.
The engine of my Seat Ateca makes a pan noise
A pan noise on this Seat Ateca generally remains linked to the belt, and not of the engine itself. It is usually the loose accessory belt, a faulty idler. Tighten the belt if it is slack, or replace the tensioner roller.
The engine of my Seat Ateca makes a lot of noise
If your Seat Ateca emits a lot of noise, this can usually come from two main sources. For the first, it is a thud that will come from bearings . But it can also result from tires not swollen enough, or too badly damaged. If your engine makes a lot of noise, it could also be due to a fuel combustion malfunction, or exhaust holes. Finally, it is quite rare that the engine is responsible for this type of noise.
The engine of my Seat Ateca makes a clicking noise
This is a relatively frequent and relatively annoying dysfunction. This noise of slam could come from several engine components. But you will find below the two main ones.
- 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 snap only comes from cold, it could be from hydraulic lifters .
- The malfunction could also result from pistons , rockers , etc.
Not easy to diagnose. Engine noises should be taken seriously. We advise you to go to your car repairer for a more specific check. Be vigilant!