Do you experience a metallic noise on your Ford E Series when you drive? We understand that this is not pleasant and that you are wandering. Hearing such a noise is not always a good indicator, but it may also be nothing severe. To help you eliminate this trouble, our team has decided to compose this article to help you in this investigation. In order to perform this research as effectively as possible, we will first look into 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 Ford E Series coming from the front end of the car
I notice a metal rattling noise coming from wheels
- Metallic noise coming from your bearing
- Metalic noise coming from brake
- Stabilizer bar worn
One of the most likely triggers of metal noise manifestations on your Ford E Series, may be that one of your bearing is tired, it will tend to make a loud noise that raises when stressed (turns faster and faster). So remember to check by taking speed (neutral gear and window open to be aware only to noise of the wheels) that the noise is well established here, if this is the case replace it or them quickly. If, on the other hand, this noise only manifests itself with an engaged speed, read this article on loud noise on Ford E Series, you will most likely find a remedy to your trouble.
If you experience a metalic noise on Ford E Series 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. In fact, a disc or a set of dead plates will create a strong metallic rubbing noise that you will inevitably feel. To check this, put your car on safety stand, and check the condition of your discs and pads by removing the wheel. If they are involved, replace them fairly quickly , otherwise you will no longer be able to brake. If you encounter a metallic noise from your car, and you want explications about it, examine this guide for more info about brake noises on xxx.
If it is rather when you are turning, passing over a bump or sidewalk that you notice a metallic noise on your Ford E Series, then your rods may be worn. Whether it is the steering or the stabilizer bar, their wear will induce 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 swapped. If this is your case, we recommend that you consult this article for a complete guide about steering noises on Ford E Series.
Other sources
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- Engine silentblock
- Dead gearbox, or broken pinion
A little like worn stabilizer bar, if your engine silent blocks are weakened, you will feel as you pass over damaged roads or sidewalks, loud metallic noises on your Ford E Series. Once screwed up, they will no longer accomplish their purpose as shock absorbers and, with each impact, or violent acceleration, a noise will appear. Therefore, remember to check their status and replace them if needed. Feel free to have a look at this article which is a complete file about strut mounts noises on Ford E Series, how to check their condition and swap them.
Finally, the last common cause of metallic noise on Ford E Series. It’s because your transmission system is the origin. It is plausible, 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 generate a continuous metal rattling sound. That you shouldn’t feel in neutral. If this is your case, we recommend that you look at this detailed guide on the origins of steering noises on Ford E Series.
Metallic noise Ford E Series coming from the rear end of the vehicle
Exhaust pipe
If, on the other hand, you are subject to an exhaust noise that is more of a metallic type, it is possible that one or more parts of your exhaust may be damaged. In fact, it is possible that either the catalyst or the silencer may be the cause of this sound. To be sure, go under the car, cold, and knock each of the previously stated parts with a hammer to find 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 case, to stop the metallic noise on your Ford E Series, 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 Ford E Series. Go a little further up in the document where you will find information of the solution already exposed for the front part of the car.
Finally, if the noise comes from your discs brakes or pads, you should refer to the part in question in the first section of this manual.
