Do you listen a metallic noise on your Renault Grand Modus when you drive? We understand that this is not pleasant and that you have questions. Finding out such a noise is not always a good sign, but it may also be nothing severe. To help you remedy this issue, our redaction decided to compose this content page to help you in this research. In order to conduct 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 Renault Grand Modus 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 probable causes of metal noise symptoms on your Renault Grand Modus, may be that one of your bearing is tired, it will frequently produce a loud noise that goes up when stressed (turns faster and faster). So bear in mind 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 change 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 Renault Grand Modus, you will most likely find a remedy to your issue.
If you notice a metalic noise on Renault Grand Modus 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 generate a strong metallic rubbing noise that you will inevitably feel. To check this, put your car on safety stand, and check the state of your discs and pads by taking out the wheel. If they are involved, change them fairly 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, read this article 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 Renault Grand Modus, 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 check this, position 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 changed. If this is your case, we recommend that you have a look at this content page for a complete guide about steering noises on Renault Grand Modus.
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 damaged, you will feel as you pass over damaged roads or sidewalks, loud metallic noises on your Renault Grand Modus. Once screwed up, they will no longer fulfill their purpose as shock absorbers and, with each impact, or violent acceleration, a noise will come out. Therefore, think about to check their status and change them if needed. Feel free to consult this content page which is a complete file about strut mounts noises on Renault Grand Modus, how to check their state and swap them.
Finally, the last common reason of metallic noise on Renault Grand Modus. It’s because your transmission system is the source. 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 noise. That you shouldn’t feel in neutral. If this is your case, we recommend that you browse this detailed guide on the origins of steering noises on Renault Grand Modus.
Metallic noise Renault Grand Modus 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 noise. To be sure, go under the car, cold, and knock each of the previously stated components with a hammer to locate the source of the noise. You should perceive 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 swapping it, as well as the silencer. In this case, to stop the metallic noise on your Renault Grand Modus, 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 Renault Grand Modus. 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.
