Do you listen to an engine noise on your Peugeot 208 when you drive? We understand that this is very disturbing and that you are questioning. Hearing such a noise is not always a good sign, but it may also be nothing major. To support you resolve this problem, our team has chosen to write this article to assist you in this investigation. 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 Peugeot 208 metal type.
I listen to a clicking engine noise Peugeot 208
In case you acknowledge a clicking engine noise on your Peugeot 208, and that this noise is close to a click, you will have to identify the source place of it to be able to know the trigger 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 Peugeot 208, 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 Peugeot 208. Either the hydraulic pushers, generally it is because of their faulty “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, reflect on changing them.
I listen to a noise coming from the bottom engine of my Peugeot 208
If you have found the region of source of engine noise on Peugeot 208 that comes from your low engine, it may be that your rods or piston shafts are the causes. In both circumstances, the long-term risk is engine failure. These two repairs are very difficult and most technicians will advise you to replace the motor of your Peugeot 208.
I listen to an engine clicking noise on Peugeot 208 coming from combustion
Finally, if you think that this clicking noise is connected to the combustion of your engine, there are three possible causes of it. Verify 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 parts to induce good combustion. And finally, the most classic trigger, comes from your injection, which is either blocked or one or more injectors is injured. In this case, do not hesitate to refer to this article which deals in detail with the several injector noises on Peugeot 208.
Hissing noise / engine friction Peugeot 208
Engine noise Peugeot 208 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 examine the state and try to discover the exact origins of this noise by positioning someone at the engine at idle, and if this noise is more likely to arise in high rpm, accelerate and position someone at the engine block to find 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 Peugeot 208 when releasing or depressing the clutch
In the case that you acknowledge engine noise on Peugeot 208, 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 make 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 reason of your problems, direction here, to find a complete file on release bearing sounds on Peugeot 208.
Engine noise Peugeot 208 close to a friction
In the event that you listen to a motor noise on your Peugeot 208, and, that this noise is close to a friction, it is likely that one of your belts or one of the parts that causes it is the origin of your concerns.Often, we will start to listen to a motor noise on Peugeot 208, 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 take into account to examine their state and go to your mechanic to change the elements in question. If you have been able to target the noise as coming from the belts and you want more details about it, take a look at this article on belt noise on Peugeot 208 for a complete guide.
Metal motor noise Peugeot 208
In the event that you listen to an engine noise on Peugeot 208 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 associated with damaged sprockets. Try to examine that this noise comes from the transmission, if this is the case, quickly 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 pass on roads in poor state. Verify the state of your silentblocks and change them if required. If you want to have more details about rubber mounts noises on Peugeot 208, browse this article which gives you more details about the several types of noise and their origins.
