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Noise & Sensory Diagnostics

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A manual car gearbox being inspected for worn synchros in a workshop
Noise & Sensory Diagnostics

Grinding Noise When Changing Gear: What’s Happening

Updated 14 Aug 202611 min read
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A mechanic in blue coveralls inspects an engine in a repair shop — SSK Mechanics guide to Whistling Noise From the Engine: What It Could Mean
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Whistling Noise From the Engine: What It Could Mean

Updated 15 Aug 202611 min read
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A car clutch and gearbox mount being inspected in a workshop
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Clunking When Changing Gear: What It Usually Points To

Updated 14 Aug 202610 min read
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Illustration for: Ticking Noise From the Engine: Common Causes
Noise & Sensory Diagnostics

Ticking Noise From the Engine: Common Causes

Updated 14 Aug 202610 min read
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Mechanic diagnosing a car engine with a diagnostic tool, showcasing technical expertise and… — SSK Mechanics guide to Screeching Noise From Your Car: What It Usually Means
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Screeching Noise From Your Car: What It Usually Means

Updated 7 Aug 202611 min read
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A car exhaust tailpipe being inspected for a popping noise fault
Noise & Sensory Diagnostics

Popping or Banging From the Exhaust: What’s Causing It

Updated 7 Aug 202611 min read
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Mechanic in blue coveralls works under a car, focusing on repairs in a garage setting — SSK Mechanics guide to Humming Noise That Gets Louder With Speed? Likely a Wheel Bearing
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Humming Noise That Gets Louder With Speed? Likely a Wheel Bearing

Updated 15 Aug 202611 min read
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Close-up of a car engine hoisted in a mechanic's workshop, showcasing industrial tools — SSK Mechanics guide to Squealing Belt Noise on Startup: What It Means
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Squealing Belt Noise on Startup: What It Means

Updated 7 Aug 202611 min read
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A mechanic working on car engine repairs inside a workshop setting — SSK Mechanics guide to Whining Noise While Driving: What Causes It
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Whining Noise While Driving: What Causes It

Updated 14 Aug 202611 min read
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A white car suspended on a lift in an automotive repair shop, showcasing maintenance work — SSK Mechanics guide to Rattling Noise From Underneath the Car: What It Usually Means
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Rattling Noise From Underneath the Car: What It Usually Means

Updated 14 Aug 202612 min read
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Close-up of a gloved auto mechanic's hand working with a spring in a workshop — SSK Mechanics guide to Knocking or Clunking Over Bumps: What's Going On Underneath
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Knocking or Clunking Over Bumps: What’s Going On Underneath

Updated 14 Aug 202611 min read
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A CV joint and driveshaft boot on the underside of a car
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Clicking Noise When Turning? It’s Probably This

Updated 14 Aug 202612 min read
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