Do you listen a metallic noise on your Toyota Yaris 3 when you drive? We can understand that this is not pleasant and that you are wandering. Discovering such a noise is not always a good sign, but it may also be nothing major. To help you solve this issue, our team has decided to produce this content page to help you in this investigation. In order to carry out this research as effectively as possible, we will first take a look at 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 Toyota Yaris 3 coming from the front end of the car
I hear 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 triggers of metal noise manifestations on your Toyota Yaris 3, may be that one of your bearing is tired, it will tend to produce a loud noise that increases 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 swap 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 Toyota Yaris 3, you will most likely find a remedy to your issue.
If you notice a metalic noise on Toyota Yaris 3 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. Indeed, a disc or a set of dead plates will make 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 removing the wheel. If they are involved, swap them 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 hear a metallic noise on your Toyota Yaris 3, 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, 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 swapped. If this is your case, we suggest that you consult this content page for a complete guide about steering noises on Toyota Yaris 3.
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 Toyota Yaris 3. Once screwed up, they will no longer accomplish their purpose as shock absorbers and, with each impact, or violent acceleration, a noise will come out. Therefore, take into account to check their status and swap them if required. Feel free to have a look at this content page which is a complete file about strut mounts noises on Toyota Yaris 3, how to check their state and swap them.
Finally, the last typical trigger of metallic noise on Toyota Yaris 3. 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 create a continuous metal rattling sound. 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 Toyota Yaris 3.
Metallic noise Toyota Yaris 3 coming from the rear end of the vehicle
Exhaust pipe
If, on the other hand, you experience 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 trigger of this sound. To be sure, go under the car, cold, and knock each of the previously stated components 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 necessary to consider changing it, as well as the silencer. In this case, to eliminate the metallic noise on your Toyota Yaris 3, 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 Toyota Yaris 3. Go a little further up in the document 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.
