Car Sounds and What the Issue Could Be

Vehicle maintenance is something that every car owner has to deal with. If your automobile is making strange sounds, it's especially important to get your car serviced. Below, you'll find some insight into what an unusual noise might mean.

Squeaky Brakes

If your brakes are making a high-pitched screech as you come to a stop, worn brake pads may be the culprit. Fortunately, brake pads are designed to make this sound as they get older, so there's no reason to be unduly alarmed. If you hear this sound, don't ignore this blatant warning sign.

Engine Rattling

When an engine begins rattling or flapping, the timing belt is often to blame. A loose, worn, or misaligned timing belt has this effect on engines.

Engine Clicking

A ticking engine is typically indicative of a malfunctioning valve train. If one of your car's pumps is failing, there's insufficient oil pressure, or the vehicle is old, it may cause damage to this mechanical system.

Knocking Under the Hood

Is there a tapping or knocking coming from your hood? If so, your engine may not be taking kindly to the fuel. To avoid this complication, use quality gasoline when filling up your car.

Engine Squealing

Squeaky engines are equally annoying and worrisome. If your engine starts squealing, take a look at the fan belt. As they get older, fan belts get loose and battered. When this happens, it can cause the engine to make an alarming sound.

For your peace of mind, bring your car into the shop if you start hearing any of the above noises. At Westway Ford, we're qualified to pinpoint and resolve the issue promptly and efficiently.