Do you experience an engine noise on your Ford B-max while driving? We can understand that this is very troubling and that you are questioning. Hearing such a noise is not always a good indicator, but it may also be nothing severe. To help you remedy this problem, our team has made a decision to create this article to assist you in this investigation. In order to conduct this research as accurately as possible, we will first concentrate on clicking noises, then on whistling noises and, finally, on engine noises on Ford B-max metal type.
I experience a clicking engine noise Ford B-max
In case you note a clicking engine noise on your Ford B-max, and that this noise is close to a click, you will have to determine the origin area 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 experience a clicking noise coming from my high engine
If you experience an engine noise on Ford B-max, and this noise is located at the top of the engine, it means that it is located at your cylinder head and accompanying components. Two components can be the origins of these engine noises on Ford B-max. Either the hydraulic pushers, generally it is because of their faulty “hydraulic catch-up” system that we will experience 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 cases like this, consider changing them.
I experience a noise coming from the bottom engine of my Ford B-max
If you have determined the region of origin of engine noise on Ford B-max that comes from your low engine, it may be that your rods or piston shafts are the triggers. In both cases, the long-term risk is engine failure. These two fixes are very complicated and most technicians will advise you to replace the motor of your Ford B-max.
I experience an engine clicking noise on Ford B-max coming from combustion
Finally, if you have the feeling that this clicking noise is associated with the combustion of your engine, there are three possible triggers of it. Check 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 damaged. In this case, do not hesitate to refer to this article which deals in detail with the different injector noises on Ford B-max.
Hissing noise / engine friction Ford B-max
Engine noise Ford B-max 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 happen in high rpm, accelerate and position someone at the engine block to establish the region 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 Ford B-max when releasing or depressing the clutch
In the event that you pay attention to engine noise on Ford B-max, but this noise takes place 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 emit a noise close to a bell noise. To have more details about this noise and if you have managed to confirm that the release bearing is indeed the reason of your concerns, go here, to find a complete file on release bearing sounds on Ford B-max.
Engine noise Ford B-max close to a friction
In case that you experience a motor noise on your Ford B-max, and, that this noise is close to a friction, it is likely that one of your belts or one of the elements that triggers it is the origin of your issues.Often, we will start to experience a motor noise on Ford B-max, 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 problem. So please remember to check their condition and go to your motor mechanic to replace the components in question. If you have been able to target the noise as coming from the belts and you want more information about it, check this article on belt noise on Ford B-max for a complete guide.
Metal motor noise Ford B-max
In case that you experience an engine noise on Ford B-max and this noise is similar 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 triggers a metallic noise every time your engine moves, either because of a change of pace (acceleration or braking) or, when you pass on roads in poor condition. Check the condition of your silentblocks and replace them if required. If you want to have more details about rubber mounts noises on Ford B-max, go through this article which gives you more details about the different types of noise and their origins.
