Do you hear a metallic noise on your Citroen Saxo once you drive? We know that this is not pleasant and that you have questions. Experiencing such a noise is not always a good sign, but it may also be nothing major. To help you resolve this trouble, our team has decided to produce this content to help you in this investigation. In order to accomplish this research as efficiently as possible, we will first look at the possible sources of metallic noise in the front of your car, and then, if the metallic noise comes from the rear of your car.
Metal noise Citroen Saxo coming from the front end of the car
I perceive a metal rattling noise coming from wheels
- Metallic noise based on your bearing
- Metalic noise coming from brake
- Stabilizer bar worn
One of the probable causes of metal noise symptoms on your Citroen Saxo, may be that one of your bearing is tired, it will frequently generate a loud noise that increase when stressed (turns faster and faster). So please remember to check by taking speed (neutral gear and window open to concentrate only to noise of the wheels) that the noise is well located here, if this is the case change it or them fairly quickly. If, on the other hand, this noise only manifests itself with an engaged speed, examine this article on loud noise on Citroen Saxo, you will most likely find a solution to your trouble.
If you experience a metalic noise on Citroen Saxo and you have the feeling that it comes from your front wheels, it is highly possible that it is your pads or discs that are the cause. Indeed, a disc or a set of dead plates will make a strong metallic friction noise that you will inevitably feel. To check this, put your car on safety stand, and check the state of your discs and pads by taking away the wheel. If they are involved, change them promptly , otherwise you will no longer be able to brake. If you encounter a metallic noise from your car, and you want informations about it, read this guide for more details about brake noises on xxx.
If it is rather when you are turning, passing over a bump or sidewalk that you perceive a metallic noise on your Citroen Saxo, then your rods may be worn. Whether it is the steering or the stabilizer bar, their wear will trigger a metallic snap when they hit or change direction. To check this, put yourself under your car, without the wheels, and move your rods, if they only oppose very little force it is likely that they will have to be replaced. If this is your case, we would suggest that you read this content for a complete guide about steering noises on Citroen Saxo.
Other sources
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- Engine silentblock
- Dead gearbox, or broken pinion
A bit like worn stabilizer bar, if your engine silent blocks are harmed, you will feel as you pass over damaged roads or sidewalks, loud metallic noises on your Citroen Saxo. Once screwed up, they will no longer fulfill their function as shock absorbers and, with each impact, or violent acceleration, a noise will come out. Therefore, take into account to check their status and change them if necessary. Feel free to have a look at this content which is a complete file about strut mounts noises on Citroen Saxo, how to check their state and swap them.
Finally, the last common cause of metallic noise on Citroen Saxo. It’s because your transmission system is the origin. It is possible, either because of improper use of the gearbox or because of excessive wear, that some gears in your gearbox have broken and are wandering around in it. They will then create a continuous metal rattling noise. That you shouldn’t feel in neutral. If this is your case, we would suggest that you browse this detailed guide on the sources of steering noises on Citroen Saxo.
Metallic noise Citroen Saxo coming from the rear end of the vehicle
Exhaust pipe
If, on the other hand, you experience an exhaust noise that is more of a metallic type, it is possible that one or more parts of your exhaust may be damaged. Indeed, it is possible that either the catalyst or the silencer may be the cause of this noise. To be certain, go under the car, cold, and knock each of the previously stated elements with a hammer to identify the origin of the noise. You should hear things moving in the problematic part, if it’s the exhaust baffles, you can try to hammer in the section a little to try to block them and limit their movements. If it is a dead catalyst, it will be necessary to reflect on changing it, as well as the silencer. In cases like this, to eliminate the metallic noise on your Citroen Saxo, you will either have to find a second hand one and do it yourself, or go to your mechanic.
Noise from wheels
- Bearings
- Brake pads or discs
As for the bearings of your car, it is possible that with wear they are at the origin of your metallic noises on your Citroen Saxo. Go a little further up in the content page where you will find information of the solution already exposed for the front part of the car.
Finally, if the noise originates from your discs brakes or pads, you should refer to the part in question in the first section of this manual.
