Do you listen to a metallic noise on your Dodge Challenger when you drive? We understand that this is not pleasurable and that you have questions. Finding out such a noise is not always a good indication, but it may also be nothing serious. To support you solve this problem, we have decided to write this article to help you in this investigation. In order to carry out this research as accurately as possible, we will first take a look at the plausible 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 Dodge Challenger coming from the front end of the car
I experience a metal rattling noise coming from wheels
- Metallic noise originating from your bearing
- Metalic noise coming from brake
- Stabilizer bar worn
One of the possible causes of metal noise manifestations on your Dodge Challenger, may be that one of your bearing is tired, it will commonly produce a loud noise that increase when stressed (turns faster and faster). So keep in mind to examine by taking speed (neutral gear and window open to pay attention only to noise of the wheels) that the noise is well located here, if this is the case replace it or them promptly. If, on the other hand, this noise only manifests itself with an engaged speed, read this article on loud noise on Dodge Challenger, you will most likely find a solution to your problem.
If you encounter a metalic noise on Dodge Challenger and you have the feeling that it comes from your front wheels, it is highly plausible that it is your pads or discs that are the reason. Indeed, a disc or a set of dead plates will make a strong metallic rubbing noise that you will inevitably feel. To examine this, put your car on safety stand, and examine the state of your discs and pads by taking away the wheel. If they are involved, replace them as soon as possible , otherwise you will no longer be able to brake. If you feel a metallic noise from your car, and you want informations about it, read this guide for more information about brake noises on xxx.
If it is rather when you are turning, passing over a bump or sidewalk that you experience a metallic noise on your Dodge Challenger, then your rods may be worn. Whether it is the steering or the stabilizer bar, their wear will cause a metallic snap when they hit or change direction. To examine 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 swapped. If this is your case, we suggest that you have a look at this article for a complete guide about steering noises on Dodge Challenger.
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 Dodge Challenger. Once screwed up, they will no longer fulfill their task as shock absorbers and, with each impact, or violent acceleration, a noise will occur. Therefore, think about to examine their status and replace them if required. Feel free to consult this article which is a complete file about strut mounts noises on Dodge Challenger, how to examine their state and replace them.
Finally, the last classic reason of metallic noise on Dodge Challenger. 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 make a continuous metal rattling sound. That you shouldn’t feel in neutral. If this is your case, we suggest that you browse this detailed guide on the sources of steering noises on Dodge Challenger.
Metallic noise Dodge Challenger coming from the rear end of the vehicle
Exhaust pipe
If, on the other hand, you notice an exhaust noise that is more of a metallic type, it is plausible that one or more parts of your exhaust may be damaged. Indeed, it is plausible that either the catalyst or the silencer may be the reason of this sound. To be sure, go under the car, cold, and knock each of the previously stated units with a hammer to determine 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 required to consider swapping it, as well as the silencer. In this instance, to eliminate the metallic noise on your Dodge Challenger, 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 plausible that with wear they are at the origin of your metallic noises on your Dodge Challenger. Go a little further up in the article 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.
