new problem
new problem
i dont really know how to explain it other than the fact that when i step on the gas when accelerating it sounds like a diesel car. it sounds like its coming from the engine. i just got my cat replaced but i didnt notice the noise until a day after i got the car back.03 base w/ 133k miles
-2003 Base Vibe-2002 Ducati ST2
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lovemyraffe
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Re: new problem (Cruxless)
If you are at 40mph give or take 1-2mph the automatics hate that speed. At least in my AWD. The car gets rumbly and groans like it doesn't want to go. Mostly because it is a 4spd. and the engine RPM is so low and it is not in downshift for accel mode yet so it takes a second to catch up.Not sure if this helps but it's what I've come to get used too. This car needed a 5spd bad, especially in the AWD. Which is why I'm shocked they didn't put one in for the 2009 model.
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Re: new problem (hskater26)
Have you checked your oil level lately?
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star_deceiver
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Re: (hskater26)
Rod bearings? http://forums.genvibe.com/zerothread?id=35175 Mr. Joatmon has a little writeup and some pics!
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Re: new problem (hskater26)
Maybe the folks who replaced the cat left you with a small exhaust leak or you've got a weak motor mount that lets the engine lift up a bit under throttle, gapping the donut washer at the exhaust manifold. but since the exhaust was worked on the day before you first noticed the noise, I'd suspect soimething with the exhaust.
Re: new problem (joatmon)
thanks for the help everyone its going back tuesday. i let my dad drive it today and he suspects its a exhaust leak. probably from replacing the cat the other day
-2003 Base Vibe-2002 Ducati ST2
Re: new problem (hskater26)
Quote, originally posted by hskater26 »its going back tuesday.it's Thursday, any update?
Re: new problem (hskater26)
Quote, originally posted by hskater26 »thanks for the help everyone its going back tuesday. i let my dad drive it today and he suspects its a exhaust leak. probably from replacing the cat the other dayI just LOVE paying people to screw up my car!!! But..... I'll not go into that yet again!!!Mechanics! phfffffft! Sorry you had this happen, hope it is minor and that they don't get YOU to pay more money to fix it!!! (unless it isn't an exhaust leak)Dave
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Re: new problem (djkeev)
yea it was just a leak the spring bolts were worn so they replaced them for free. all better for now
-2003 Base Vibe-2002 Ducati ST2