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by kvnshnnn
Thu Oct 05, 2017 1:26 pm
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: Buzzing noise when accelerating
Replies: 4
Views: 2106

Re: Buzzing noise when accelerating

I stepped outside and started it up and revved it in both park and neutral. No noise. I'll try to get a recording of it when I drive home this evening.
by kvnshnnn
Thu Oct 05, 2017 8:52 am
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: Buzzing noise when accelerating
Replies: 4
Views: 2106

Re: Buzzing noise when accelerating

Under normal driving conditions it's not audible. It is heard only when accelerating, at higher RPMs, when the engine is under most stress. Sort of sounds like when a kid puts a playing card on their bike such that the card is rubbing against the spokes of the wheel...sounds odd but honestly that's ...
by kvnshnnn
Mon Oct 02, 2017 10:35 am
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: Buzzing noise when accelerating
Replies: 4
Views: 2106

Buzzing noise when accelerating

I have a 2009 Vibe, 2.4L AWD, automatic transmission. It's has started making a distinctive buzzing noise when I accelerate. It's almost like a really fast spinning propeller like noise. Seems to be coming from the engine compartment. I only hear it when the engine is wound up to accelerate, such as...
by kvnshnnn
Fri Jul 28, 2017 11:03 am
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: 2009 Pontiac Vibe AWD Rear Differential Problem
Replies: 10
Views: 9414

Re: 2009 Pontiac Vibe AWD Rear Differential Problem

Thanks for the response. I had to have my electromagnetic coupler replaced. Also not cheap but as you point out, beats a monthly payment.
by kvnshnnn
Mon Jul 24, 2017 9:29 am
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: 2009 Pontiac Vibe AWD Rear Differential Problem
Replies: 10
Views: 9414

Re: 2009 Pontiac Vibe AWD Rear Differential Problem

Hello, I am currently experiencing this same problem. What ultimately happened in your case - I'm curious.