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Rattling noise under car
Hello, I have a problem with a rattling noise under the car. Everytime I step on the clutch, the noise stops. When I release the clutch, the rattling noise is back. Please help thanks!
BTW, ordered a new water pump and some other parts from Pelican, and I am very impressed with the price and service! Sure beats Bavarian Auto!!! THANKS!!!! |
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12-07-2004, 12:40 AM
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BTW the car is an 89 325i.
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12-07-2004, 12:41 AM
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Need more info...
Does it do this when the car is at a stop? In gear or in neutral?, does the noise increase speed or remain constant? Could be the throwout bearing on the clutch, or a ba guibo coupling.. |
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12-07-2004, 08:40 PM
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It does this when the car is in neutral and the noise remains constant. Sorry i'm not good with details. Do you think I need to change out the clutch? thanks
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12-08-2004, 06:35 AM
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hmmm.... Could be a bad throw out bearing... Thats my guess.... Can you describe the noise more?
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12-08-2004, 02:19 PM
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Start with the easiest things first. When was the last time you changed the tranny fluid? Is there a loose heat shield somewhere down there? What does your Guibo fitting look like these days? Save the bad throw-out possibility for last..........
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12-17-2004, 01:30 PM
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Hey thanks, I appreciate it. I will trying changing the tranny fluid.
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12-17-2004, 11:42 PM
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could be the fly wheel and when the clut is engadged it tightens up and the rattling stops. but go for the cheaper stuff first.
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