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for "What does this sound mean?" questions. Please describe where the noise is coming from, at least generally, and when it occurs, and what sort of sound it is (grating, squeaking, clatter, etc...).
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noise at idle after replacing new clutch
There is a very good chance that the clutch throwout bearing was not inserted flush into the 'throwout arm'.
If the bearing is off center (which is possible but not guaranteed) it can make some stran …
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Strange brake noise
It sounds as though your brake pads have worn down to the metal
Brake pads are considered a consumable in the car industry, much like oil or tires.
Brake pads have material that is bound to a metal …
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Looking at buying a used Dodge Journey or Minivan - squeeling sound while pressing gas?
Doesn't sound like a belt
The sounds in the video you posted don't sound like a squealing belt.
If your researched has revealed concerns regarding the vehicle I suggest you abandon your desire to ow …
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Low whir when moving on my motorcycle
Perhaps you over-tightened your chain
Check to see if there is slack in your chain. You will want a centimeter to 1.5 centimeters of slack.
An over-tightened chain will lead to the exact sound you …
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Tire slowly deflates. One click per rotation noise while braking on same tire
I don't see how they could be associated
Your tire is mounted to your rim. The rim is mounted to the wheel hub. Your break disc would be, in many cases, mounted by tightening the lug bolts to your …
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Weird "old"-sounding engine noise. What's the problem?
If the clearence increases too much you can here a ticking noise as the cam comes around and slaps the top of the tappet/bucket.
get your valves adjusted
The clearance increased too much. …
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Citroen C4 Picasso - Whining noise when turning steering wheel
Based upon the information you've provided I can think of two things that may create the "medium frequency whirring" sound.
1. Low Power Steering Fluid
When your power steering fluid is low the flu …
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Ticking noise while idling that increases with acceleration
It sounds like a valve adjustment is required
There are many items that can make a 'ticking' noise that is tied to the RPM of the vehicle. … As normal wear occurs on the motor the gap between the two increases until enough gap is there for you to begin to hear a ticking noise. …
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My motor in my 2003 Honda 400EX Four Wheeler is making a ticking noise
It's your valves or the cam chain
If you have a ticking sound, those are your two options.
You haven't provided much data or info at all.
Adjust your valves
.004 inch clearance for your intake val …
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Royal enfiled classic 350 sounds like tak-tak while riding?
There are two potential issues
You have too much valve clearance and the sound you hear is valve related. This is a typical maintenance item and can be rectified by adjusting the valves. The plate …
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Too much 'Tik-tik' noise from Rocker box after driving 10-15 km from cold engine condition i...
The sound is a repetitive ticking noise that matches the RPMs of your engine. It can be a bit loud and annoying but it isn't a critical event. …
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Clutch dragging and making squeaking/grinding noise
Of course, I can't be sure if that's the case with you.
note:the XJS models suffer from a clutch basket noise issue as well. … You DO NOT NEED to replace the outer basket if this is the noise. It sounds miserable but it's fine. The springs will not come out of the basket. Suzuki models from 1982 to 2005 have this issue. …
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Heavy noise from the tappet of my RE Classic 350
You can adjust your valve lash
You have nothing to worry about. Adjusting valve lash is a standard maintenance item and should be done upon any maintenance or tune up's of your vehicle.
As you can …
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Minor boost leak and shrill tone at peak boost: hose clamp, gasket or blow off valve?
I Believe It's a Hose Connection Point
Unmetered air whether it's a negative pressure or positive pressure is bad.
That being said, I find it interesting that losing some of the boost isn't detect …
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Bike making squeaking sound while upshifting
It's part of your shift linkage
Here is a shift rod that transfers power from your shift left to your shift drum via the shaft that will rotate when you shift.
The shift rod has ball joints on eithe …