Do you notice a metallic noise on your Renault Zoe when you drive? We know that this is not pleasurable and that you are wandering. Listening such a noise is not always a good sign, but it may also be nothing major. To support you resolve this problem, we have decided to produce this content page to help you in this investigation. In order to conduct this research as accurately 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 Renault Zoe coming from the front end of the car
I listen to 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 causes of metal noise symptoms on your Renault Zoe, 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 remember to check by taking speed (neutral gear and window open to give consideration only to noise of the wheels) that the noise is well based here, if this is the case change it or them fairly quickly. If, on the other hand, this noise only manifests itself with an engaged speed, read this article on loud noise on Renault Zoe, you will most likely find a remedy to your problem.
If you discern a metalic noise on Renault Zoe 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 trigger. In fact, a disc or a set of dead plates will make 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 taking away the wheel. If they are involved, change them promptly , otherwise you will no longer be able to brake. If you feel a metallic noise from your car, and you want informations 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 listen to a metallic noise on your Renault Zoe, 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 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 highly that you consult this content page for a complete guide about steering noises on Renault Zoe.
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 weakened, you will feel as you pass over damaged roads or sidewalks, loud metallic noises on your Renault Zoe. Once screwed up, they will no longer fulfill their function as shock absorbers and, with each impact, or violent acceleration, a noise will appear. Therefore, take into account to check their status and change them if required. Feel free to consult this content page which is a complete file about strut mounts noises on Renault Zoe, how to check their condition and change them.
Finally, the last classic trigger of metallic noise on Renault Zoe. 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 recommend highly that you read this detailed guide on the origins of steering noises on Renault Zoe.
Metallic noise Renault Zoe 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 trigger of this noise. To be certain, go under the car, cold, and knock each of the previously stated parts with a hammer to determine the source of the noise. You should acknowledge 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 consider changing it, as well as the silencer. In such a case, to stop the metallic noise on your Renault Zoe, 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 Renault Zoe. Go a little further up in the article content 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.
