Err...engine stuff...help!
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Got a slight grinding noise from the front of the engine, not there on cold start-up though. -Takes about a minute to appear. Disappears when returning to idle after a bit of throttle. Also gets worse when the car hasn't been used for a while -any ideas?
Edited to add it's an S2!
>>> Edited by pete_w on Friday 29th November 12:45
Edited to add it's an S2!
>>> Edited by pete_w on Friday 29th November 12:45
JSG said: Could it be drive belt related, water pump or similar?
You could try taking the belt off and seeing if the noise dissappears
hmmm, this is the general area the noise is coming from. Wasn't there when I got the car so I've only my driving style to blame
Will try the belt idea
andyf007 said: Water pump or alternator bearings make that kind of noise.
The water pump maybe favourite as it does change sound dependant on the temperature of the water.
Andy
Fan belt itself can make some pretty nasty noises and will change with temperature and load. Try wiping some soap on it?
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