There is nothing as disturbing as unusual noises from the engine. Do not go directly to your garage, the malfunction may not be as dramatic as you can imagine. In order to well identifier your dysfunction we will see the most usual noises on this Opel Rekord and what they came from.engine-noise-Opel-Rekord

The engine of my Opel Rekord makes a thud

When you are stopped and the engine produces some kind of roar , there is indeed a malfunction. It can come from a loose engine cover, which repeatedly taps against another component. It is also conceivable that a serious rustle could come from the belt. When your Opel Rekord does not emit any suspicious noise when it is stopped, but a deaf noise appears when you are driving, the malfunction most likely comes from bearings and not the engine. Don't wait too long to get to a garage, it could get worse.

My Opel Rekord engine makes a tractor noise

Your Opel Rekord produces a airplane noise , but without having its performance. Generally, this comes from a drilled or defective pot, not from the engine. The noise should be louder and more serious than normal, but related to acceleration. the faster you accelerate, the more noise the automobile produces. When the noise does not vary depending on your acceleration, go to the mechanic. The malfunction probably comes from a faulty engine element.

The engine of my Opel Rekord makes a pan noise

A shrill noise on this Opel Rekord generally remains linked to the belt, and not of the engine as such. It is often the accessory belt not tight enough, or one of the defective tensioners. Tighten the belt if it is slack, or replace the tensioner roller.

The engine of my Opel Rekord makes a lot of noise

When your Opel Rekord makes a lot of noise it can usually come from two main sources. The first is a thud that will come from bearings . However, this can also result from tires not swollen enough, or in poor condition. When the engine produces a lot of noise, it can also be due to a fuel combustion malfunction, or exhaust perforated. Finally, it is rather rare that the engine is the source of this kind of noise.

The engine of my Opel Rekord makes a clicking noise

This is a relatively usual and relatively annoying dysfunction. This noise of slam can come from various parts of the engine. However, here are the two main ones.

  • Poor combustion. Undeniably, poor or partial combustion can cause clicking noises. Do not attempt repairs if this is what is happening, rather go to your garage.
  • When this click occurs only when cold, it may be due to hydraulic lifters .
  • The malfunction can also come from pistons , rockers , etc.

Not easy to recognize. Mechanical noises should be considered as signals. It is advisable to go to your garage for a more exact check. Good road !