Do you perceive a metallic noise on your Mitsubishi Eclipse when you drive? We know that this is not relaxing and that you have questions. Finding out such a noise is not always a good indicator, but it may also be nothing major. To help you solve this issue, our team has decided to create this content to help you in this investigation. In order to carry out this research as effectively as possible, we will first check out the conceivable origins of metallic noise in the front of your car, and then, if the metallic noise comes from the rear of your car.
Metal noise Mitsubishi Eclipse coming from the front end of the car
I acknowledge a metal rattling noise coming from wheels
- Metallic noise based on your bearing
- Metalic noise coming from brake
- Stabilizer bar worn
One of the possible triggers of metal noise manifestations on your Mitsubishi Eclipse, may be that one of your bearing is tired, it will tend to generate a loud noise that increase when stressed (turns faster and faster). So bear in mind to verify 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 change it or them fairly quickly. If, on the other hand, this noise only manifests itself with an engaged speed, examine this guide on loud noise on Mitsubishi Eclipse, you will most likely find a solution to your issue.
If you discern a metalic noise on Mitsubishi Eclipse and you have the feeling that it comes from your front wheels, it is highly conceivable that it is your pads or discs that are the trigger. Indeed, a disc or a set of dead plates will create a strong metallic friction noise that you will inevitably feel. To verify this, put your car on safety stand, and verify the state of your discs and pads by removing the wheel. If they are involved, change them as soon as possible , otherwise you will no longer be able to brake. If you experience a metallic noise from your car, and you want informations about it, go through this guide for more info about brake noises on xxx.
If it is rather when you are turning, passing over a bump or sidewalk that you acknowledge a metallic noise on your Mitsubishi Eclipse, then your rods may be worn. Whether it is the steering or the stabilizer bar, their wear will cause a metallic snap when they hit or change direction. To verify this, put yourself under your car, without the wheels, and move your rods, if they only oppose very little force it is likely that they will have to be replaced. If this is your case, we encourage that you consult this content for a complete guide about steering noises on Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Other sources
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- Engine silentblock
- Dead gearbox, or broken pinion
A bit 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 Mitsubishi Eclipse. Once screwed up, they will no longer fulfill their task as shock absorbers and, with each impact, or violent acceleration, a noise will occur. Therefore, keep in mind to verify their status and change them if required. Feel free to browse this content which is a complete file about strut mounts noises on Mitsubishi Eclipse, how to verify their state and change them.
Finally, the last basic trigger of metallic noise on Mitsubishi Eclipse. It’s because your transmission system is the source. It is possible, 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 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Metallic noise Mitsubishi Eclipse coming from the rear end of the vehicle
Exhaust pipe
If, on the other hand, you discern an exhaust noise that is more of a metallic type, it is conceivable that one or more parts of your exhaust may be damaged. Indeed, it is conceivable that either the catalyst or the silencer may be the trigger of this sound. To be certain, go under the car, cold, and knock each of the previously stated elements with a hammer to determine the source of the noise. You should acknowledge 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 necessary to reflect on replacing it, as well as the silencer. In this instance, to stop the metallic noise on your Mitsubishi Eclipse, 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 car, it is conceivable that with wear they are at the origin of your metallic noises on your Mitsubishi Eclipse. Go a little further up in the document where you will find details of the solution already exposed for the front part of the car.
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.
