Do you hear a metallic noise on your Peugeot Bipper when you drive? We know that this is not relaxing and that you are wandering. Listening such a noise is not always a good sign, but it may also be nothing serious. To support you eliminate this trouble, our team has decided to write this content to help you in this investigation. In order to conduct this research as effectively as possible, we will first have a look at the possible origins of metallic noise in the front of your vehicle, and then, if the metallic noise comes from the rear of your vehicle.
Metal noise Peugeot Bipper coming from the front end of the vehicle
I experience a metal rattling noise coming from wheels
- Metallic noise caused by your bearing
- Metalic noise coming from brake
- Stabilizer bar worn
One of the probable triggers of metal noise manifestations on your Peugeot Bipper, may be that one of your bearing is tired, it will commonly make a loud noise that increase when stressed (turns faster and faster). So keep in mind to check by taking speed (neutral gear and window open to listen only to noise of the wheels) that the noise is well established here, if this is the case swap it or them fairly quickly. If, on the other hand, this noise only manifests itself with an engaged speed, browse this article on loud noise on Peugeot Bipper, you will most likely find a remedy to your trouble.
If you encounter a metalic noise on Peugeot Bipper 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 reason. In fact, a disc or a set of dead plates will generate a strong metallic rubbing noise that you will inevitably feel. To check this, put your vehicle on safety stand, and check the state of your discs and pads by taking out the wheel. If they are involved, swap them promptly , otherwise you will no longer be able to brake. If you feel a metallic noise from your vehicle, and you want infos 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 Peugeot Bipper, 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, position yourself under your vehicle, 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 consult this content for a complete guide about steering noises on Peugeot Bipper.
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 damaged, you will feel as you pass over damaged roads or sidewalks, loud metallic noises on your Peugeot Bipper. Once screwed up, they will no longer fulfill their role as shock absorbers and, with each impact, or violent acceleration, a noise will appear. Therefore, take into account to check their status and swap them if needed. Feel free to have a look at this content which is a complete file about strut mounts noises on Peugeot Bipper, how to check their state and change them.
Finally, the last classic reason of metallic noise on Peugeot Bipper. It’s because your transmission system is the source. 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 suggest that you browse this detailed guide on the sources of steering noises on Peugeot Bipper.
Metallic noise Peugeot Bipper 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 reason of this noise. To be certain, go under the vehicle, cold, and knock each of the previously stated parts with a hammer to establish the source 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 such a case, to stop the metallic noise on your Peugeot Bipper, 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 vehicle, it is possible that with wear they are at the origin of your metallic noises on your Peugeot Bipper. 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 vehicle.
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.
