Do you hear a metallic noise on your Kia E Niro when you drive? We understand that this is not pleasurable and that you are wandering. Listening such a noise is not always a good signal, but it may also be nothing major. To help you solve this problem, our redaction decided to produce this content to assist you in this search. In order to conduct this research as efficiently as possible, we will first take a look at the plausible origins of metallic noise in the front of your vehicle, and then, if the metallic noise comes from the rear of your vehicle.
Metal noise Kia E Niro coming from the front end of the vehicle
I listen to a metal rattling noise coming from wheels
- Metallic noise originating from your bearing
- Metalic noise coming from brake
- Stabilizer bar worn
One of the possible causes of metal noise manifestations on your Kia E Niro, may be that one of your bearing is tired, it will commonly generate a loud noise that increase when stressed (turns faster and faster). So bear in mind to check by taking speed (neutral gear and window open to be aware only to noise of the wheels) that the noise is well established here, if this is the case swap it or them promptly. If, on the other hand, this noise only manifests itself with an engaged speed, read this article on loud noise on Kia E Niro, you will most likely find a solution to your problem.
If you encounter a metalic noise on Kia E Niro and you have the feeling that it comes from your front wheels, it is highly plausible that it is your pads or discs that are the trigger. Indeed, a disc or a set of dead plates will make a strong metallic rubbing noise that you will inevitably feel. To check this, put your vehicle on safety stand, and check the state of your discs and pads by taking out the wheel. If they are involved, swap them as soon as possible , otherwise you will no longer be able to brake. If you feel a metallic noise from your vehicle, and you want infos about it, read this article for more info about brake noises on xxx.
If it is rather when you are turning, passing over a bump or sidewalk that you listen to a metallic noise on your Kia E Niro, then your rods may be worn. Whether it is the steering or the stabilizer bar, their wear will trigger a metallic snap when they hit or change direction. To check this, put yourself under your vehicle, without the wheels, and move your rods, if they only oppose very little force it is likely that they will have to be changed. If this is your case, we encourage that you read this content for a complete guide about steering noises on Kia E Niro.
Other sources
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- Engine silentblock
- Dead gearbox, or broken pinion
A little like worn stabilizer bar, if your engine silent blocks are weakened, you will feel as you pass over damaged roads or sidewalks, loud metallic noises on your Kia E Niro. Once screwed up, they will no longer fulfill their function as shock absorbers and, with each impact, or violent acceleration, a noise will occur. Therefore, please remember to check their status and swap them if necessary. Feel free to read this content which is a complete file about strut mounts noises on Kia E Niro, how to check their state and replace them.
Finally, the last basic trigger of metallic noise on Kia E Niro. It’s because your transmission system is the source. It is plausible, either because of improper use of the gearbox or because of excessive wear, that some gears in your gearbox have broken and are wandering around in it. They will then make a continuous metal rattling sound. That you shouldn’t feel in neutral. If this is your case, we encourage that you read this detailed guide on the origins of steering noises on Kia E Niro.
Metallic noise Kia E Niro coming from the rear end of the vehicle
Exhaust pipe
If, on the other hand, you experience an exhaust noise that is more of a metallic type, it is plausible that one or more parts of your exhaust may be damaged. Indeed, it is plausible that either the catalyst or the silencer may be the trigger of this sound. To be sure, go under the vehicle, cold, and knock each of the previously stated units with a hammer to find the source of the noise. You should perceive things moving in the problematic part, if it’s the exhaust baffles, you can try to hammer in the section a little to try to block them and limit their movements. If it is a dead catalyst, it will be required to consider replacing it, as well as the silencer. In cases like this, to stop the metallic noise on your Kia E Niro, you will either have to find a second hand one and do it yourself, or go to your mechanic.
Noise from wheels
- Bearings
- Brake pads or discs
As for the bearings of your vehicle, it is plausible that with wear they are at the origin of your metallic noises on your Kia E Niro. Go a little further up in the document where you will find details of the solution already exposed for the front part of the vehicle.
Finally, if the noise comes from your discs brakes or pads, you should refer to the part in question in the first section of this manual.
