Loud clicking while driving

ANSWER : If the battery is weak and the voltage is dropping to below 9 volts you will get the clicking without the starter turning the motor. Have the battery voltage checked and if battery cannot hold a load then replace it and clean the battery terminals and recheck system to see if it starts.

ANSWER : Hi there. This type of clicking noise is typically an indication of a brake pad that is dragging on the rotor or wheel bearings that are damaged. Most of the time if the sound increases in speed as the vehicle will, and is consistent; it will be the wheel bearing that needs to be replaced. It is always a good idea to have a professional mechanic complete a car is making a noise inspection before investing money in repairs, so they can isolate the root source of the problem.

ANSWER : You may have damaged the axle or strut. I would have the entire front inspected and have the clicking diagnosed. When anyone hits something hard enough to pop a tire there is most likely damage to some component in the area where it was hit. A visual inspection may or may not identify the problem, but a good mechanic can road test and hear the sound and should be able to pinpoint the cause of the clicking noise and recommend a repair.

ANSWER : Anything is possible with enough engineering. The changes you are looking at would take major structural changes and would definitely not be an easy job. You could possibly consult a manufacturing engineer to get more details on how this could actually be carried out and whether it would be feasible.

ANSWER : Hi there. There is a gear train issue with your transmission or a bad CV Shaft that is causing the transmission to shift had into gear. Since it shifts harder in reverse than forward, I suggest that the gears inside the transmission are worn. I recommend seeking out a professional, such as one from Your Mechanic, to help you diagnose your transmission issue.

ANSWER : There are a number of things that may cause a ticking sound, however one of the most common is usually when the vehicle is low on engine oil. This can happen when the engine oil is low and the lack of proper lubrication causes the valve train components to make a ticking sound for a period of time usually upon starting the car until the engine has enough time to pump the oil to the rest of the motor. Usually, this does not cause immediate harm to the motor, unless it is dangerously low on oil. I would recommend having a professional from YourMechanic come to your location to take a look at your vehicle and change your oil.

ANSWER : The noise you are hearing is one of the HVAC door actuators that control air flow or temperature for the a/c. There are at least 4 of these actuators in your system and one of them is going bad and would need to be replaced. The one that is making the noise It’s hard to specify wxactly which one without checking the system first hand. In order to find the one going bad a mechanic would have to have their hand on each one and turn on the a/c and feel to see the failing actuator. Only then can a complete diagnosis be done. I recommend having a mechanic. like one from YourMechanic, come to you and diagnose your HVAC problem.

ANSWER : Hello, thank you for writing in. There are several issues that may cause these types of symptoms. The most common are improperly inflated or unbalanced tires. If you lost a weight off of the tires while driving, this would cause an imbalance and you would feel it at higher speeds. You should start by having the tires balanced and make sure they are evenly and properly inflated. You can then turn your attention to the wheel assembly including the control arms, struts, and wheel bearings if necessary. Balancing the tires needs to be done by a shop who has access to the balancer. And then further tests can be done by you at home with the proper tools. For more help resolving a suspension or wheel assembly issue, contact our service department to schedule an appointment.