Do you listen to an engine noise on your Opel Corsa while driving? We understand that this is very stressing 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 fix this problem, our team has decided to create this article to assist you in this investigation. In order to accomplish this research as accurately as possible, we will first concentrate on clicking noises, then on whistling noises and, finally, on engine noises on Opel Corsa metal type.
I listen to a clicking engine noise Opel Corsa
In case you acknowledge a clicking engine noise on your Opel Corsa, and that this noise is close to a click, you will have to discover the source area of it to be able to know the reason of it. You will need a mechanical stethoscope or a large screwdriver to locate the original area of these noises.
I listen to a clicking noise coming from my high engine
If you listen to an engine noise on Opel Corsa, and this noise is based at the top of the engine, it means that it is based at your cylinder head and accompanying elements. Two elements can be the triggers of these engine noises on Opel Corsa. Either the hydraulic pushers, in general it is because of their defective “hydraulic catch-up” system that we will listen to these clicking noises, often when cold and goes away when hot. Otherwise, it is your the play of your rocker arms or their state of wear that is the concern. In this case, consider swapping them.
I listen to a noise coming from the bottom engine of my Opel Corsa
If you have identified the place of source of engine noise on Opel Corsa 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 repairs are very complicated and most technicians will advise you to change the motor of your Opel Corsa.
I listen to an engine clicking noise on Opel Corsa coming from combustion
Finally, if you think that this clicking noise is associated with the combustion of your engine, there are three possible triggers of it. Examine the state 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 manage the timing of the various engine components to provide good combustion. And finally, the most classic reason, comes from your injection, which is either clogged or one or more injectors is affected. In this case, do not be reluctant to refer to this article which deals in detail with the different injector noises on Opel Corsa.
Hissing noise / engine friction Opel Corsa
Engine noise Opel Corsa 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 state and try to locate the exact origin of this noise by positioning someone at the engine at idle, and if this noise is more likely to occur in high rpm, accelerate and position someone at the engine block to determine the area of origin of the noise. The three elements whose bearings are often at the origin of these noises are the water pump, the injection pump and the oil pump.
Engine noise Opel Corsa when releasing or depressing the clutch
In the event that you pay attention to engine noise on Opel Corsa, but this noise occurs mainly when you release or depress your clutch pedal, in this instance it is very likely that your release bearing is worn. In fact, a worn release bearing will produce a noise close to a bell noise. To have more details about this noise and if you have managed to verify that the release bearing is indeed the cause of your concerns, direction here, to find a complete file on release bearing sounds on Opel Corsa.
Engine noise Opel Corsa close to a friction
In case that you listen to a motor noise on your Opel Corsa, and, that this noise is close to a friction, it is likely that one of your belts or one of the components that triggers it is the source of your concerns.Often, we will start to listen to a motor noise on Opel Corsa, 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 keep in mind to check their state and go to your technician to change the elements in question. If you have been able to target the noise as coming from the belts and you want more information about it, browse this article on belt noise on Opel Corsa for a complete guide.
Metal motor noise Opel Corsa
In case that you listen to an engine noise on Opel Corsa and this noise is close to metal noise, it is possible that this noise comes from your gearbox or clutch. In fact, a metallic noise in the engine block is often connected with damaged sprockets. Try to check that this noise comes from the transmission, if this is the case, almost instantly go to your 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 state. Examine the state of your silentblocks and change them if needed. If you want to have more details about rubber mounts noises on Opel Corsa, examine this article which gives you more details about the different types of noise and their origins.
