Bring your Audi to Euro Autoworks if the engine is making strange noises. It’s best to address the problem right away just in case the engine is being damaged. We will inspect the engine thoroughly to determine the reason why it is making an unusual noise. We are going to list the strange noises that engines make below and their general causes.
Grinding
If your Audi’s engine is grinding, we recommend that you pull the vehicle over and call for a tow truck. Generally, the engine will not grind unless there is not enough oil circulating through it. Driving an engine without enough oil can damage it irreparably within 30 minutes. Don’t take chances with your Audi.
Knocking
A knocking sound coming from the Audi’s engine could be an indication that you put the wrong fuel in the gas tank. Your Audi may have a high-performance engine that requires a fuel octane rating that is higher than 87. The engine can also knock if the spark plugs need to be replaced.
Roaring
You really don’t want to hear your Audi’s engine roar because the loud noise could leave you with a moving violation if you get pulled over. A roaring engine usually means that the Audi’s muffler needs to be replaced. Unfortunately, it can also mean that the Audi’s catalytic converter has been stolen.
Sizzling
A sizzling engine points to a fluid leak. If you think about the noise that your food makes when it hits a hot skillet, this is the noise that the Audi will make when the fluid hits hot auto parts. It’s important to have the Audi looked at right away so the fluid leak can be repaired.
Squealing
If your Audi is squealing, you may have an issue with the power steering pump. Usually, the Audi will squeal when you turn the steering wheel. If the Audi squeals when you first fire it up, the accessory belt needs to be tightened. If the belt is worn, we will replace it.
Tapping
Finally, the Audi may tap or pop if there is a leak in the exhaust manifold or the exhaust manifold gasket. You will hear the sound when you start the engine of the Audi. The exhaust manifold isn’t the only exhaust system part that makes this noise. The catalytic converter can also pop if it is clogged.
Call Euro Autoworks in Woodbury, MN, today if your Audi’s engine is making noises out of the ordinary.