Do you notice an engine noise on your Scion xB when you drive your vehicle? We can understand that this is very troubling and that you are wondering. Listening such a noise is not always a good signal, but it may also be nothing serious. To support you eliminate this issue, our team has decided to produce this content page to help you in this investigation. In order to conduct this research as accurately as possible, we will first focus on clicking noises, then on whistling noises and, finally, on engine noises on Scion xB metal type.engine-noise-scion-xb

I notice a clicking engine noise Scion xB

In case you recognise a clicking engine noise on your Scion xB, 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 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 Scion xB, and this noise is based at the top of the engine, it means that it is based at your cylinder head and accompanying components. Two components can be the causes of these engine noises on Scion xB. Either the hydraulic pushers, generally it is because of their defective “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 concern. In this case, reflect on changing them.

I notice a noise coming from the bottom engine of my Scion xB

If you have found the area of origin of engine noise on Scion xB 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 fixes are very difficult and most technicians will advise you to replace the motor of your Scion xB.

I notice an engine clicking noise on Scion xB coming from combustion

Finally, if you have the feeling that this clicking noise is related to the combustion of your engine, there are three possible causes 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 elements to provide good combustion. And finally, the most classic trigger, 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 content page which deals in detail with the different injector noises on Scion xB.

Hissing noise / engine friction Scion xB

Engine noise Scion xB 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 state and try to find the exact origin 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 discover the location 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 Scion xB when releasing or depressing the clutch

In the event that you find out engine noise on Scion xB, 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. 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 confirm that the release bearing is indeed the reason of your trouble, go here, to find a complete file on release bearing sounds on Scion xB.

Engine noise Scion xB close to a friction

In the event that you notice a motor noise on your Scion xB, 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 source of your issues.Often, we will start to notice a motor noise on Scion xB, 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 keep in mind to verify their state and go to your 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 details about it, check this content page on belt noise on Scion xB for a complete guide.

Metal motor noise Scion xB

In the event that you notice an engine noise on Scion xB 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 associated with damaged sprockets. Try to verify that this noise comes from the transmission, if this is the case, quickly 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 causes a metallic noise each time your engine moves, either because of a change of pace (acceleration or braking) or, when you drive on roads in poor state. Examine the state of your silentblocks and replace them if required. If you want to have more details about rubber mounts noises on Scion xB, read this content page which gives you more details about the different types of noise and their origins.