Do you experience a metallic noise on your Peugeot 3008 when you drive? We know that this is not relaxing and that you have questions. Finding out such a noise is not always a good sign, but it may also be nothing major. To support you solve this trouble, our redaction decided to prepare this content to assist you in this research. In order to perform this research as efficiently as possible, we will first have 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 Peugeot 3008 coming from the front end of the car
I hear a metal rattling noise coming from wheels
- Metallic noise coming from your bearing
- Metalic noise coming from brake
- Stabilizer bar worn
One of the probable triggers of metal noise manifestations on your Peugeot 3008, may be that one of your bearing is tired, it will tend to generate a loud noise that increases when stressed (turns faster and faster). So please remember to examine by taking speed (neutral gear and window open to listen 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 guide on loud noise on Peugeot 3008, you will most likely find a solution to your trouble.
If you discern a metalic noise on Peugeot 3008 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. In fact, a disc or a set of dead plates will create 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 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 informations about it, examine 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 Peugeot 3008, 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 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 replaced. If this is your case, we recommend highly that you browse this content for a complete guide about steering noises on Peugeot 3008.
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 Peugeot 3008. 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, bear in mind to examine their status and replace them if needed. Feel free to browse this content which is a complete file about strut mounts noises on Peugeot 3008, how to examine their state and replace them.
Finally, the last basic cause of metallic noise on Peugeot 3008. 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 make a continuous metal rattling sound. That you shouldn’t feel in neutral. If this is your case, we recommend highly that you read this detailed guide on the origins of steering noises on Peugeot 3008.
Metallic noise Peugeot 3008 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 plausible that one or more parts of your exhaust may be damaged. In fact, 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 elements with a hammer to discern 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 cases like this, to eliminate the metallic noise on your Peugeot 3008, 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 Peugeot 3008. 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 comes from your discs brakes or pads, you should refer to the part in question in the first section of this manual.
