How loud is TOO loud?
Posted: Thu Apr 22, 2010 11:39 pm
Hi all, First post here, I just got a 2003 Vibe that seems to run just fine, but I have an engine question. I have read that the engine is loud, and I'm just wondering if the loudness I am hearing is normal. It happens primarily through 1st and 2nd gear acceleration (auto trans), but it's not your typical "vroom vroom" noise, it sounds almost like a fast putting noise mixed with the expected loud "vroom." Then when I am coasting very slow/stopped, the putting continues much slower, and not quite as loud. Would this have anything to do with the flexplate being cracked, or heat shield resonating, or is this just normal and I need to stop worrying? Thanks for any words of advise, and happy driving!___________________________________IT'S GONN' RAIN!!