Do you notice an engine noise on your Hyundai Santa Fe while driving? We know that this is very stressful and that you are wondering. Hearing such a noise is not always a good indication, but it may also be nothing severe. To help you remedy this issue, our team has chosen to compose this article to help you in this research. In order to carry out this research as accurately as possible, we will first concentrate on clicking noises, then on whistling noises and, finally, on engine noises on Hyundai Santa Fe metal type.engine-noise-hyundai-santa-fe

I notice a clicking engine noise Hyundai Santa Fe

In case you find out a clicking engine noise on your Hyundai Santa Fe, and that this noise is close to a click, you will have to establish the origin place of it to be able to know the cause of it. You will need a mechanical stethoscope or a large screwdriver to locate the original area of these noises.

I notice a clicking noise coming from my high engine

If you notice an engine noise on Hyundai Santa Fe, and this noise is based at the top of the engine, it means that it is based at your cylinder head and accompanying components. Two components can be the causes of these engine noises on Hyundai Santa Fe. Either the hydraulic pushers, generally it is because of their faulty “hydraulic catch-up” system that we will notice these clicking noises, often when cold and vanishes when hot. Otherwise, it is your the play of your rocker arms or their state of wear that is the concern. In this case, reflect on swapping them.

I notice a noise coming from the bottom engine of my Hyundai Santa Fe

If you have determined the region of origin of engine noise on Hyundai Santa Fe that comes from your low engine, it may be that your rods or piston shafts are the causes. In both situations, the long-term risk is engine failure. These two repairs are very complex and most technicians will advise you to change the motor of your Hyundai Santa Fe.

I notice an engine clicking noise on Hyundai Santa Fe coming from combustion

Finally, if you think that this clicking noise is linked to the combustion of your engine, there are three possible causes of it. Verify the condition of your glow plugs which if worn can hinder the proper combustion of the fuel mixture. Then, your timing belt may be shifted and may poorly control the timing of the various engine elements to promote good combustion. And finally, the most classic cause, comes from your injection, which is either clogged or one or more injectors is injured. In this case, do not hesitate to read this article which deals in detail with the distinct injector noises on Hyundai Santa Fe.

Hissing noise / engine friction Hyundai Santa Fe

Engine noise Hyundai Santa Fe close to a bearing

If it is close to a squeaking noise you may have one of the bearings of your engine accessory parts that are reached. So check the condition and try to discover the exact source of this noise by positioning someone at the engine at idle, and if this noise is more likely to appear in high rpm, accelerate and position someone at the engine block to distinguish the area of origin of the noise. The three components whose bearings are often at the origin of these noises are the water pump, the injection pump and the oil pump.

Engine noise Hyundai Santa Fe when releasing or depressing the clutch

In the event that you pay attention to engine noise on Hyundai Santa Fe, but this noise appears mainly when you release or depress your clutch pedal, in this instance it is very likely that your release bearing is worn. Indeed, a worn release bearing will produce a noise close to a bell noise. To have more information about this noise and if you have managed to verify that the release bearing is indeed the cause of your trouble, go here, to find a complete file on release bearing sounds on Hyundai Santa Fe.

Engine noise Hyundai Santa Fe close to a friction

In the event that you notice a motor noise on your Hyundai Santa Fe, and, that this noise is close to a friction, it is likely that one of your belts or one of the elements that causes it is the origin of your problems.Often, we will start to notice a motor noise on Hyundai Santa Fe, close to a friction when one of the belts is worn out or when one of the related parts like your alternator, or your tensioner roller is the issue. So keep in mind to check their condition and go to your motor mechanic to change the components in question. If you have been able to target the noise as coming from the belts and you want more details about it, read this article on belt noise on Hyundai Santa Fe for a complete guide.

Metal motor noise Hyundai Santa Fe

In the event that you notice an engine noise on Hyundai Santa Fe and this noise is close to metal noise, it is possible that this noise comes from your gearbox or clutch. Indeed, a metallic noise in the engine block is often linked to damaged sprockets. Try to check that this noise comes from the transmission, if this is the case, as soon as possible go to your auto technician or you would get a break down. Finally, the second possibility is that your silent engine blocks or rubber mounts may be dead. This causes a metallic noise each time your engine moves, either because of a change of pace (acceleration or braking) or, when you drive on roads in poor condition. Verify the condition of your silentblocks and change them if necessary. If you want to have more information about rubber mounts noises on Hyundai Santa Fe, read this article which gives you more information about the distinct types of noise and their origins.