Do you listen to an engine noise on your Peugeot 407 while driving? We can understand that this is very troubling and that you are wanting to know. Discovering such a noise is not always a good indication, but it may also be nothing major. To support you fix this problem, our team has made a decision to write this article to help you in this investigation. In order to do this research as accurately as possible, we will first focus on clicking noises, then on whistling noises and, finally, on engine noises on Peugeot 407 metal type.
I listen to a clicking engine noise Peugeot 407
In case you find out a clicking engine noise on your Peugeot 407, and that this noise is close to a click, you will have to find the source place 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 Peugeot 407, and this noise is based at the top of the engine, it means that it is based at your cylinder head and accompanying parts. Two parts can be the causes of these engine noises on Peugeot 407. 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 cases like this, reflect on changing them.
I listen to a noise coming from the bottom engine of my Peugeot 407
If you have located the location of source of engine noise on Peugeot 407 that comes from your low engine, it may be that your rods or piston shafts are the causes. In both cases, the long-term risk is engine failure. These two repairs are very complicated and most technicians will advise you to replace the motor of your Peugeot 407.
I listen to an engine clicking noise on Peugeot 407 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 causes 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 manage the timing of the various engine elements to induce good combustion. And finally, the most classic reason, comes from your injection, which is either clogged or one or more injectors is damaged. In this case, do not be reluctant to read this article which deals in detail with the distinct injector noises on Peugeot 407.
Hissing noise / engine friction Peugeot 407
Engine noise Peugeot 407 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 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 region of origin of the noise. The three parts whose bearings are often at the origin of these noises are the water pump, the injection pump and the oil pump.
Engine noise Peugeot 407 when releasing or depressing the clutch
In the case that you find engine noise on Peugeot 407, but this noise takes place mainly when you release or depress your clutch pedal, in such a case 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 trouble, go here, to find a complete file on release bearing sounds on Peugeot 407.
Engine noise Peugeot 407 close to a friction
In the event that you listen to a motor noise on your Peugeot 407, 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 issues.Often, we will start to listen to a motor noise on Peugeot 407, 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 technician to replace the parts in question. If you have been able to target the noise as coming from the belts and you want more information about it, have a look at this article on belt noise on Peugeot 407 for a complete guide.
Metal motor noise Peugeot 407
In the event that you listen to an engine noise on Peugeot 407 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 connected with damaged sprockets. Try to check that this noise comes from the transmission, if this is the case, promptly go to your auto mechanic 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 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 necessary. If you want to have more details about rubber mounts noises on Peugeot 407, browse this article which gives you more details about the distinct types of noise and their origins.
