Do you listen to a metallic noise on your Ford Focus C-max when ever you drive? We can understand that this is not relaxing and that you are wandering. Discovering such a noise is not always a good indication, but it may also be nothing major. To help you eliminate this problem, our team has decided to produce this article to help you in this search. In order to execute this research as accurately as possible, we will first have a look at the plausible origins 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 Focus C-max coming from the front end of the car
I hear a metal rattling noise coming from wheels
- Metallic noise based on your bearing
- Metalic noise coming from brake
- Stabilizer bar worn
One of the possible triggers of metal noise symptoms on your Ford Focus C-max, may be that one of your bearing is tired, it will frequently produce a loud noise that raises when stressed (turns faster and faster). So please remember to verify by taking speed (neutral gear and window open to pay attention 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, examine this article on loud noise on Ford Focus C-max, you will most likely find a solution to your problem.
If you encounter a metalic noise on Ford Focus C-max 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 cause. Indeed, a disc or a set of dead plates will make a strong metallic rubbing noise that you will inevitably feel. To verify this, put your car on safety stand, and verify the state of your discs and pads by removing the wheel. If they are involved, replace them quickly , otherwise you will no longer be able to brake. If you feel a metallic noise from your car, and you want infos about it, go through this article for more details about brake noises on xxx.
If it is rather when you are turning, passing over a bump or sidewalk that you hear a metallic noise on your Ford Focus C-max, 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 verify 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 have a look at this article for a complete guide about steering noises on Ford Focus C-max.
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 harmed, you will feel as you pass over damaged roads or sidewalks, loud metallic noises on your Ford Focus C-max. Once screwed up, they will no longer fulfill their task as shock absorbers and, with each impact, or violent acceleration, a noise will come out. Therefore, please remember to verify their status and replace them if needed. Feel free to browse this article which is a complete file about strut mounts noises on Ford Focus C-max, how to verify their state and replace them.
Finally, the last classic cause of metallic noise on Ford Focus C-max. 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 develop a continuous metal rattling sound. That you shouldn’t feel in neutral. If this is your case, we would suggest that you look at this detailed guide on the sources of steering noises on Ford Focus C-max.
Metallic noise Ford Focus C-max coming from the rear end of the vehicle
Exhaust pipe
If, on the other hand, you hear 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 cause of this sound. To be certain, go under the car, cold, and knock each of the previously stated units with a hammer to establish the origin of the noise. You should notice 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 replacing it, as well as the silencer. In this instance, to stop the metallic noise on your Ford Focus C-max, 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 Ford Focus C-max. Go a little further up in the content 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.
