Vauxhall Corsa engine knocking - sounds like a deisel
Variant: Manual, 1.0L LifePetrol
Model Year: 2006
Categories:
Steering, Suspension, Brakes, Wheels & Tyres
Hello
I'm ok when it comes to cars but not full clued up!...So this might seem like a blonde question.
My car has recently started making a knocking noise, its definatly coming from the engine. It only seems to do it when im in lower gears (1-2) and more so when Im waiting at lights or doing clutch control.
Any clues??
Thanks
Emz
I'm ok when it comes to cars but not full clued up!...So this might seem like a blonde question.
My car has recently started making a knocking noise, its definatly coming from the engine. It only seems to do it when im in lower gears (1-2) and more so when Im waiting at lights or doing clutch control.
Any clues??
Thanks
Emz
Posted: Mar 21, 2011 (13 years ago)
Hello,
There are a few things this could be but the first one to check is the exhaust I reckon. Try moving the exhaust by hand (when it's cold) and see if you can replicate the noise.
You could take it to your local tyre dealer and get them to put it on the ramp and check underneath.
Could just be the exhaust is badly fitted or missing a rubber mounting (very cheap).
Good luck!
There are a few things this could be but the first one to check is the exhaust I reckon. Try moving the exhaust by hand (when it's cold) and see if you can replicate the noise.
You could take it to your local tyre dealer and get them to put it on the ramp and check underneath.
Could just be the exhaust is badly fitted or missing a rubber mounting (very cheap).
Good luck!
Posted Mar 21, 2011 (13 years ago)
Common fault on that car is timing chain rattle / hydraulic tappets / camshafts .
Posted Mar 21, 2011 (13 years ago)
It's only done 50,000 miles an since its been MOT'd its only done about 2,500.
I change the oil regular and always keep an eye on fluid's (Brake, Power Steering).
Ill take a look at exhaust.
This car never moves...I only use it on weekends and then I don't go far. I bet it only goes over 50 around once a month!
A lot of other websites are saying that 1.0L have a few issues. How much more of this fun have I got to look forward to? lol
Emz
I change the oil regular and always keep an eye on fluid's (Brake, Power Steering).
Ill take a look at exhaust.
This car never moves...I only use it on weekends and then I don't go far. I bet it only goes over 50 around once a month!
A lot of other websites are saying that 1.0L have a few issues. How much more of this fun have I got to look forward to? lol
Emz
Posted Mar 21, 2011 (13 years ago)
I'm assuming it's a 3 cylinder engine, they do sound a bit diesely at the best of times... perhaps get a mechanic to have a listen?
Most likely that Whittingehame is right tho!
Most likely that Whittingehame is right tho!
Posted Mar 21, 2011 (13 years ago)
This problem is archived
If you're having a similar problem please click below to re-post this problem, you can then customise it to suit your situation.
Join the community
Got a question? Can you answer other questions here? If so please...
More problems with the 2006 model year Vauxhall Corsa
We have 42 problems and solutions in our database for this model year of the car.
View all Vauxhall Corsa Problems
Corsa Recalls (22)
Parts mentioned