Citroen DS3 intermittent noise when first turning over and changing gears

Car: Citroen DS3
Variant: 1.6 EHDI
Model Year: 2014

Categories: Leaks & NoisesRunning Rough, Starting & Power LossEngine & Drivetrain

So I had a knock in May, since then my car has been making an intermittent noise when first turning over or changing gears/being in too low a gear. I had all my belts changed before the accident and had them checked over however, the noise is still there. It does not happen all the time, and the length of how long the noise happens for varies. Sometimes it's a short squeal but others I sit and wait for a few seconds.
I am worried it is going to possibly cause an issue with other components however, the mechanic thinks I am making it sounds worse then it is. Help if you can please :).

Posted: Aug 15, 2023 (1 year ago)

Samantha Richards

Points: 1

You are correct and should never disregard belt squeal .What you can try to simulate the noise for diagnosing is let engine idle , then load by putting on air con / heater , rear screen demister and headlights , let idle for a few seconds then press hard on accelerator to rev engine and see if squeal there

Posted Aug 15, 2023 (1 year ago)

whittingehame

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