Q: There is a humming in park or drive but only when I push the accelerator not at idle.

asked by on December 06, 2016

The engine makes a humming when you push the accelerator or when its winding down. It also will do it at standstill or when driving.

My car has 85000 miles.
My car has a manual transmission.

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