Do you experience a metallic noise on your BENTLEY CONTINENTAL when ever you drive? We know that this is not pleasurable and that you are wandering. Experiencing such a noise is not always a good indication, but it may also be nothing major. To help you eliminate this issue, our team has decided to prepare this article to assist you in this search. In order to execute this research as efficiently as possible, we will first take a look at the possible 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 BENTLEY CONTINENTAL coming from the front end of the vehicle
I listen to a metal rattling noise coming from wheels
- Metallic noise based on your bearing
- Metalic noise coming from brake
- Stabilizer bar worn
One of the most likely causes of metal noise manifestations on your BENTLEY CONTINENTAL , may be that one of your bearing is tired, it will commonly make a loud noise that increases when stressed (turns faster and faster). So please remember to verify by taking speed (neutral gear and window open to give consideration only to noise of the wheels) that the noise is well based here, if this is the case replace it or them fairly quickly. If, on the other hand, this noise only manifests itself with an engaged speed, read this guide on loud noise on BENTLEY CONTINENTAL , you will most likely find a solution to your issue.
If you experience a metalic noise on BENTLEY CONTINENTAL and you have the feeling that it comes from your front wheels, it is highly possible that it is your pads or discs that are the cause. In fact, 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 vehicle on safety stand, and verify the state of your discs and pads by taking out the wheel. If they are involved, replace them fairly quickly , otherwise you will no longer be able to brake. If you encounter a metallic noise from your vehicle, and you want explications about it, read this guide for more details 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 BENTLEY CONTINENTAL , 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, position 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 replaced. If this is your case, we recommend highly that you consult this article for a complete guide about steering noises on BENTLEY CONTINENTAL .
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 BENTLEY CONTINENTAL . Once screwed up, they will no longer accomplish their purpose as shock absorbers and, with each impact, or violent acceleration, a noise will arise. Therefore, bear in mind to verify their status and replace them if necessary. Feel free to consult this article which is a complete file about strut mounts noises on BENTLEY CONTINENTAL , how to verify their state and swap them.
Finally, the last common cause of metallic noise on BENTLEY CONTINENTAL . It’s because your transmission system is the source. It is conceivable, 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 create a continuous metal rattling sound. That you shouldn’t feel in neutral. If this is your case, we recommend highly that you read this detailed guide on the sources of steering noises on BENTLEY CONTINENTAL .
Metallic noise BENTLEY CONTINENTAL coming from the rear end of the vehicle
Exhaust pipe
If, on the other hand, you feel an exhaust noise that is more of a metallic type, it is possible that one or more parts of your exhaust may be damaged. In fact, it is possible that either the catalyst or the silencer may be the cause of this sound. To be sure, go under the vehicle, cold, and knock each of the previously stated parts with a hammer to discern the source of the noise. You should notice 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 case, to stop the metallic noise on your BENTLEY CONTINENTAL , 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 possible that with wear they are at the origin of your metallic noises on your BENTLEY CONTINENTAL . Go a little further up in the article 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.
