Do you notice an engine noise on your saab 9 3 when you drive your automobile? We know that this is very disturbing and that you are wondering. Listening such a noise is not always a good indicator, but it may also be nothing major. To support you eliminate this issue, our team has chosen to compose this content to assist you in this investigation. In order to accomplish this research as accurately as possible, we will first focus on clicking noises, then on whistling noises and, finally, on engine noises on saab 9 3 metal type.engine-noise-saab-9-3

I notice a clicking engine noise saab 9 3

In case you acknowledge a clicking engine noise on your saab 9 3, and that this noise is close to a click, you will have to determine the origin spot 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 notice a clicking noise coming from my high engine

If you notice an engine noise on saab 9 3, 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 origins of these engine noises on saab 9 3. 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 disappears when hot. Otherwise, it is your the play of your rocker arms or their state of wear that is the issue. In such a case, consider swapping them.

I notice a noise coming from the bottom engine of my saab 9 3

If you have identified the location of origin of engine noise on saab 9 3 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 fixes are very complex and most technicians will advise you to swap the motor of your saab 9 3.

I notice an engine clicking noise on saab 9 3 coming from combustion

Finally, if you think 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 components to provide good combustion. And finally, the most classic trigger, comes from your injection, which is either obstructed or one or more injectors is injured. In this case, do not hesitate to consult this content which deals in detail with the different injector noises on saab 9 3.

Hissing noise / engine friction saab 9 3

Engine noise saab 9 3 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 verify the condition 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 manifest in high rpm, accelerate and position someone at the engine block to identify 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 saab 9 3 when releasing or depressing the clutch

In the case that you notice engine noise on saab 9 3, but this noise takes place mainly when you release or depress your clutch pedal, in this case it is very likely that your release bearing is worn. In fact, a worn release bearing will make a noise close to a bell noise. To have more information about this noise and if you have managed to confirm that the release bearing is indeed the trigger of your problems, go here, to find a complete file on release bearing sounds on saab 9 3.

Engine noise saab 9 3 close to a friction

In case that you notice a motor noise on your saab 9 3, and, that this noise is close to a friction, it is likely that one of your belts or one of the components that causes it is the origin of your concerns.Often, we will start to notice a motor noise on saab 9 3, 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 take into account to verify their condition and go to your auto mechanic 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 content on belt noise on saab 9 3 for a complete guide.

Metal motor noise saab 9 3

In case that you notice an engine noise on saab 9 3 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 verify that this noise comes from the transmission, if this is the case, quickly go to your motor 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 each 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 information about rubber mounts noises on saab 9 3, examine this content which gives you more information about the different types of noise and their origins.