Do you notice a metallic noise on your Skoda Kamiq when ever you drive? We understand that this is not relaxing and that you are wandering. Listening such a noise is not always a good signal, but it may also be nothing serious. To help you solve this problem, our redaction decided to prepare this content page to help you in this research. In order to carry out this research as efficiently as possible, we will first look into the possible 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 Skoda Kamiq 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 most likely triggers of metal noise manifestations on your Skoda Kamiq, may be that one of your bearing is tired, it will commonly produce a loud noise that increase when stressed (turns faster and faster). So take into account 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 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 Skoda Kamiq, you will most likely find a remedy to your problem.
If you discern a metalic noise on Skoda Kamiq 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. Indeed, a disc or a set of dead plates will create a strong metallic friction 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 getting rid of the wheel. If they are involved, change them promptly , otherwise you will no longer be able to brake. If you encounter a metallic noise from your car, and you want infos about it, go through this guide for more info 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 Skoda Kamiq, 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, 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 advise that you read this content page for a complete guide about steering noises on Skoda Kamiq.
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 Skoda Kamiq. Once screwed up, they will no longer accomplish their function as shock absorbers and, with each impact, or violent acceleration, a noise will occur. Therefore, take into account to check their status and change them if necessary. Feel free to read this content page which is a complete file about strut mounts noises on Skoda Kamiq, how to check their state and change them.
Finally, the last basic reason of metallic noise on Skoda Kamiq. It’s because your transmission system is the origin. It is conceivable, 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 generate a continuous metal rattling sound. That you shouldn’t feel in neutral. If this is your case, we advise that you look at this detailed guide on the sources of steering noises on Skoda Kamiq.
Metallic noise Skoda Kamiq 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 possible that one or more parts of your exhaust may be damaged. Indeed, it is possible that either the catalyst or the silencer may be the reason of this sound. To be sure, go under the car, cold, and knock each of the previously stated parts with a hammer to find the origin 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 changing it, as well as the silencer. In this case, to eliminate the metallic noise on your Skoda Kamiq, 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 Skoda Kamiq. 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 originates from your discs brakes or pads, you should refer to the part in question in the first section of this manual.
