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Hello. From what you've described it would appear that your vehicle may have suffered serious transmission issues. Slipping and grinding sounds are commonly associated with internal transmission issues. It may be possible that the torque converter or transmission gears have...

You're probably right. The most common noise to come from the front struts comes from the thrust bearings. The thrust bearings support the weight of the car at the top of the struts and allow the struts to turn easily....

This may be potentially related to a failing alternator (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/alternator-replacement) as these are known for making a whining sound when they are beginning to fail. When this happens, you may also notice your battery light (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/battery-light-is-on-inspection) to come on or...

There are some technical bulletins for replacing the ECU on your 2005 Kia Amanti for drivability problems. With what you said, what they want to do is along these lines. They may be able to reprogram the computer or need...

From what you've described, this sounds like potentially a power steering pump (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/power-steering-pump-replacement) issue since the noise increases with speed which indicates it may be something related to the speed of pulley components. I would check power steering fluid (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/power-steering-fluid-service)...

Hello. There are multiple things that may cause loud noises when stepping on the gas pedal such as axles, valve lifters, and catalytic convertors. I suggest you have a technician inspect the vehicle since there are several things that may...

Good question. I don't think there was any damage done to your car. Belts break all the time, just put a new one on and it'll be fine. Your steering wheel became hard to turn because your power steering pump...

Hello. There are a few possibilities that could be causing the noise you are hearing. Some of the possible causes include: pieces of the catalytic converter could be rattling in the exhaust, broken baffles in the muffler, a loose flap...

The only part you did not mention (and the most likely cause of the problem) is the inside lower control arm bushings (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-long-do-trailing-arm-bushings-last_2) are bad. I would also check the steering gear mount bushings (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-long-does-a-steering-rack-mounting-bushings-last) for excessive wear. Both of...

Depends on where the noise is coming from on your Mercedes C320. If it is from the front end, then it is likely a worn suspension component such as a sway bar link (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/stabilizer-bar-links-replacement) or a steering component like a...

Hi Jo: Unfortunately, we need more specific information about your vehicle in order to recommend a service or to guess as to what's going on with your vehicle. If the engine is low on oil (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/oil-level-is-low-inspection) it tends to make...

Hi, Nissan has released a TSB (Technical Service Bulletin) regarding the issue, NTB09-128. You can search it if you would like detailed information on what the repair is. The sound is coming from the timing chain rubbing against the guides...

A few different faults can cause the vehicle to go into a limp mode. The ECU puts the car into this mode to prevent damage and will be associated with a Check Engine Light. The most likely causes are a...

Hello, thanks for writing in about your Dodge Ram 1500. If you pulled the cylinder 4 plug wire and the noise got quieter then this is an indication that you have a bad rod bearing or piston pin on the...

Hi there: What you're describing appears to be a problem with the serpentine belt (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/serpentine-drive-belt-replacement); which powers many of your vehicle's components including the alternator, power steering, and air conditioning systems. When the belt or the pulley's that turn the...

Either the transmission is slipping harshly or something broke inside the transmission making the gear drives not work properly. Make sure that the transmission fluid is full and red in color. If the fluid is full and red in color,...

Ticking is usually valve train related. Your engine has hydraulic lifters, they are self adjusting. One thing that can go wrong is the rocker stud can pull out of the head. They are pressed in originally. Check the nuts have...

Hello. The sound of ticking is not normal in most cases. A technician will have to listen to the ticking sound in person to determine if the noise is normal or not. Oftentimes a ticking sound can occur from low-grade...

You may have a distributor (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/distributor-rotor-and-cap-replacement) that is not giving off spark or the timing belt (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/timing-belt-replacement) or chain has jumped timing and the valves are hitting the pistons. This is dependent on the vehicle and engine you have. Some...

Hey there, the sound you may be hearing is coming from the A/C system expansion valve when refrigerant going through it. You may have an A/C system that is a little low on refrigerant, and needs to be checked for...