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Why is my Chevy Silverado making a clunking noise?

Why is my Chevy Silverado making a clunking noise?

A loud clunk from the front end during low speed turns, which is particularly noticeable on unimproved roads. The clunk vibration travels up to the steering wheel, particularly while turning the wheel. GM has released numerous TSBs, either calling to grease or replace the intermediate steering shaft.

Where does the lifter sound come from on a Chevy Silverado?

You can hear lifter click best around the top of the engine, and isolate the noise with a stethoscope against the valve cover. It will occur at idle and increases as you rev the engine, continuing even when the engine is warm. Valve lifter noise is detrimental and should be addressed quickly.

Is it bad to hear piston slap in Chevy Silverado?

In TSB 01-06-01-022 (Aug 22, 2001) and TSB 01-06-01-028A (Mar 18, 2003) GM has stated that piston slap is not detrimental and will not affect the service life of the engine. Indeed, many owners report reaching 300,000 miles despite hearing piston slap. Valve lifter noise is a light, rapid metallic clicking.

What to do about engine slap and lifter click?

The best way to minimize both piston slap and valve lifter click is to keep the oil changed on schedule with 5W-30 synthetic, as well as keep it full. However, in TSB 02-06-01-038 (Dec 2, 2002) GM identifies a different engine knock or lifter click that is repaired by replacing the oil pump O-ring seal.

A loud clunk from the front end during low speed turns, which is particularly noticeable on unimproved roads. The clunk vibration travels up to the steering wheel, particularly while turning the wheel. GM has released numerous TSBs, either calling to grease or replace the intermediate steering shaft.

You can hear lifter click best around the top of the engine, and isolate the noise with a stethoscope against the valve cover. It will occur at idle and increases as you rev the engine, continuing even when the engine is warm. Valve lifter noise is detrimental and should be addressed quickly.

When does a car make a rattling sound?

The rattling sound is temporary and goes away when I reach 30 – 40 mph. Anymore acceleration to speeds beyond that do not make this sound. I also feels like something is holding down the acceleration of the vehicle during the time I hear that rattling sound. It comes from the front side near to the tires.

In TSB 01-06-01-022 (Aug 22, 2001) and TSB 01-06-01-028A (Mar 18, 2003) GM has stated that piston slap is not detrimental and will not affect the service life of the engine. Indeed, many owners report reaching 300,000 miles despite hearing piston slap. Valve lifter noise is a light, rapid metallic clicking.

What does the left front end of a Chevy Silverado sound like?

Left front axle. Sounds like the end attached to the differential. I don’t think it’s the CV – I’m familiar with the sound of failure from those on other vehicles. The sound is clearest at :38, 1:20, 2:00 and 3:49 in the video. I cut the engine a few times to eliminate that sound distraction but I’m afraid the wind noise interferes periodically.

What does a flashing Mil mean on a Chevy Silverado?

The MIL may illuminate steady to indicate that a fault has been recorded and your Silverado appears to be unaffected. However, a flashing MIL is serious; this means that a misfire is sending raw gasoline to ignite inside—and possibly ruin—the catalytic converter.

The MIL may illuminate steady to indicate that a fault has been recorded and your Silverado appears to be unaffected. However, a flashing MIL is serious; this means that a misfire is sending raw gasoline to ignite inside—and possibly ruin—the catalytic converter.

Can a faulty intake manifold cause engine overheating?

Apart from sealing engine vacuum, certain designs will also seal engine coolant. When the intake manifold gaskets have an issue, they can cause drivability problems and even engine overheating. Usually a faulty intake manifold gasket will produce a few symptoms that can alert the driver of a potential issue. 1.

Where are choke springs located in an intake manifold?

Most integral choke housings were fed hot air via a small feed-tube that led from a source on the intake manifold’s heat-riser exhaust crossover. In contrast, most divorced choke springs sat in a well in the heat-riser passage in the intake manifold. In the mid-1970s, electric choke springs were introduced.

What causes intake manifold gaskets to wear out?

As the vehicle acquires mileage, the intake manifold gaskets may wear out and eventually leak. This can cause major performance issues, as the intake manifold gaskets seal engine vacuum and pressure.

Why does my Chevy Trailblazer make a knocking sound?

Hi there: Damage to the flywheel on a 2007 Chevrolet Trailblazer is highly unlikely unless you’re experiencing serious transmission, acceleration or shifting issues. In most cases, a knocking sound will be caused by internal engine components that are experiencing lack…

Why does my Silverado re circulation door Squeak?

I guess I should tell you it’s a 98 Silverado Could be your mode door actuator? I had to replace mine cause it was squeaking. Go on the driver side, above your gas pedal and see if it is clicking. Wouldnt be caused by high speed though, though the re circulation door would be. Speeds would be controlled by the blower motor resistor.

Why does my Sierra 1500 make a popping noise when turning?

It’s not a cv axle doesn’t do it when turning, and the CV axles aren’t that old. Im gonna follow this, I have a 2008 Sierra 1500 doing the exact same thing. Driving down the road the truck is quiet as can be.

Why is my transmission making a clunking noise?

Check the transmission cross member mount (rubber dampers) for excessive wear or splits. A noticeable vibration in the chassis frame during the heavy clunk will point more toward a defective transmission mount rather than a torque converter problem.

What does it mean when your car makes a loud clunk when shifting?

If you hear a loud clunk, or feel a chassis shudder, this could indicate that the torque converter mounts have disconnected or broken. Confirm this by checking the tightness of the universal joints, both front and rear of a rear-drive vehicle. Listen for a heavy clunk when shifting from neutral to reverse and back again.

Check the transmission cross member mount (rubber dampers) for excessive wear or splits. A noticeable vibration in the chassis frame during the heavy clunk will point more toward a defective transmission mount rather than a torque converter problem.

If you hear a loud clunk, or feel a chassis shudder, this could indicate that the torque converter mounts have disconnected or broken. Confirm this by checking the tightness of the universal joints, both front and rear of a rear-drive vehicle. Listen for a heavy clunk when shifting from neutral to reverse and back again.

What causes a clunking noise on the driveline?

Cause: Bad wheel bearings Noise: Driveline squeaking or grinding at any speed Cause:Worn or damaged U-joints Noise: Clunking when depressing the throttle pedal (takeoff) Cause:Worn U-joints; worn spider gears; worn axle splines; excessive gear backlash; loose yoke splines; worn slip yoke splines Noise:Clunk immediately after taking off from a stop

Where can you hear the knocking of the engine?

The knocking can be heard around the top of the engine, but is much louder if you listen in the front wheel wells or beneath the truck. After a few minutes, engine heat closes the piston/cylinder tolerances and the knock goes away.

What causes a loud grinding noise when making a turn?

Cause: Posi chatter due to improper lubrication; worn clutches or spider gears; improper assembly Noise:Banging, crunching, or popping while making a turn. Noise not affected by temperature Cause: Badly worn or broken spider gears Noise:Banging or heavy clicking every two to three feet during acceleration and deceleration

What makes a Chevy Silverado make a knocking noise?

For the first 30 to 60 seconds after a cold start, the short-skirted pistons rock inside the cylinders and slap against the cylinder walls, sounding rather like a diesel engine. The knocking can be heard around the top of the engine, but is much louder if you listen in the front wheel wells or beneath the truck.

Why does my truck make a grinding noise?

Clancy, tried your suggestion this afternoon and the truck does not buck or shudder, just the normal 4WD feeling when the front is locked with the rear. Stumpuller6.5 Shits gonna get Abrasive…

The knocking can be heard around the top of the engine, but is much louder if you listen in the front wheel wells or beneath the truck. After a few minutes, engine heat closes the piston/cylinder tolerances and the knock goes away.

Cause: Bad wheel bearings Noise: Driveline squeaking or grinding at any speed Cause:Worn or damaged U-joints Noise: Clunking when depressing the throttle pedal (takeoff) Cause:Worn U-joints; worn spider gears; worn axle splines; excessive gear backlash; loose yoke splines; worn slip yoke splines Noise:Clunk immediately after taking off from a stop

Why does my Chevy Silverado make a clunking noise?

Some owners have said that fuel sloshing in the fuel tank makes a clunking noise. This should be a minor noise, but if you have really good ears, you can check. The fuel tank or tanks will need to be half-full or less.

Where does the clunk come from on a Chevy Silverado?

The clunk will appear to come from the front, under your feet. When upshifting from 2nd to 3rd or downshifting from 3rd to 2nd, the 4L60E transmission may clunk. In TSB 01-07-30-042B (Jan 16, 2004) GM has stated that this is normal and no service is required.

What’s the knocking noise coming from MY Suburban?

I recently ran into this same knocking/ ticking issue coming from my 2005 Suburban, 5.3 Vortec. After countless hours of research, multiple engine flushes, oil change, air filter, valve adjustment…etc etc etc…my solution and problem were relatively simple.

The initial call in for service it was taken in on 12292020/mileage 1020 for a oil change and a clunking noise coming back from the rear end at low speeds, while turning and going over bumps at all speeds. The dealership was able to hear the noise and advised that they cannot find out where the noise is coming from.

Are there any problems with the Chevy Silverado 1500?

Chevrolet Silverado 1500 owners have reported 8 problems related to suspension noise (under the suspension category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Chevrolet Silverado 1500 based on all problems reported for the Silverado 1500.

What causes the Chevy Silverado 1500 to shake?

See all problems of the 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 . The truck shakes at speeds of from 35 mph, then it stops and when driving on the highway at speeds between 60 and 70 on the thruway it shakes again. The vibration is transferred through the gas pedel and into the seats and console.

Is there a warranty on a Chevy Silverado 1500?

This only happened when very cold and within the first 1/2 mile. Brought the vehicle to the dealer at 35000 miles (koons Chevrolet, tysons corner, va) and under warranty they re-torqued the front frame cross member and lower control arms.

Where does the clunk come from on the front of a Silverado?

Exactly – that’s why I spent quite bit of effort looking at the front end parts (i.e. ball joints, bearings, bushings, tie-rods, etc.). Finally noticed that when I pushed the front end up and down while standing beside the vehicle, the noise was actually coming from behind the cab.

How to fix driveline clunk in Chevy truck?

My truck is a NNBS 2008 crew cab and it was doing the clunk. I’ve also heard that marine grease works a little better because it’s thicker. dalejrfan88 wrote: The fix for my 03 was dipping a racquetball in Vaseline and putting it in drive shaft to soak up the extra lash/play. Then it was silent.

Exactly – that’s why I spent quite bit of effort looking at the front end parts (i.e. ball joints, bearings, bushings, tie-rods, etc.). Finally noticed that when I pushed the front end up and down while standing beside the vehicle, the noise was actually coming from behind the cab.

My truck is a NNBS 2008 crew cab and it was doing the clunk. I’ve also heard that marine grease works a little better because it’s thicker. dalejrfan88 wrote: The fix for my 03 was dipping a racquetball in Vaseline and putting it in drive shaft to soak up the extra lash/play. Then it was silent.

What to do about rear end clunk in Chevy Silverado?

Dealer replaced the slip yoke and a grease kit under warranty and problem is solved. You can’t post conmments that contain an email address. An expert who has achieved level 1. An expert whose answer got voted for 2 times.

Why does my Chevy Tahoe drive line clunk?

There must be something with the blue fluid that really lubricates the gears in the t-case and the GM grease really keeps it soft on the yoke splines. Just had to let all know. unknown at this time. W have already know this. I would have told you this as soon as I read the chain of events. if is is clunked from stop…. Grease the yoke.

Why is my Silverado making a clunking noise?

Took it to a local dealer and the diagnosis was, ” a lot of them do that”, said the e clip on the rear axle is hitting the spacer and that is making the noise. I say, BS, that is not acceptable, take it apart and reshim it.

When do I hear a clunk from my rear axle?

Clunk from rear axle/side to side movement. Hello. Recently in the past week or so I’ve noticed a clunk coming from my rear end when I’m cornering or going over bumps in the road or uneven pavement. If i shake the truck box I can replicate the sound, and it sounds as if the rear axle is moving side to side.

Why does my truck clunk when I corner?

Recently in the past week or so I’ve noticed a clunk coming from my rear end when I’m cornering or going over bumps in the road or uneven pavement. If i shake the truck box I can replicate the sound, and it sounds as if the rear axle is moving side to side.

Clunk from rear axle/side to side movement. Hello. Recently in the past week or so I’ve noticed a clunk coming from my rear end when I’m cornering or going over bumps in the road or uneven pavement. If i shake the truck box I can replicate the sound, and it sounds as if the rear axle is moving side to side.

Recently in the past week or so I’ve noticed a clunk coming from my rear end when I’m cornering or going over bumps in the road or uneven pavement. If i shake the truck box I can replicate the sound, and it sounds as if the rear axle is moving side to side.

Dealer replaced the slip yoke and a grease kit under warranty and problem is solved. You can’t post conmments that contain an email address. An expert who has achieved level 1. An expert whose answer got voted for 2 times.

Why is my steering wheel clunking when I turn?

clunking sound and vibration in steering wheel. problem intermediate steering shaft. temporary solution: loosen steering shaft bolt pump the shaft up and down a few times to redistribute grease replace bolt. smoothe riding for however long it takes until symptoms recur. Similar clunking noise in front end.

Why does my car make a squeaking noise when I stop?

– New thing, if at a complete stop or going at really low speeds and then give it some gas, making the front go a little bit up, there is squeaking noise in the front suspension. but i noticed something which is that every time i go to a car wash and wash underneath, all noises go away for a few hours and then they come back!!

clunking sound and vibration in steering wheel. problem intermediate steering shaft. temporary solution: loosen steering shaft bolt pump the shaft up and down a few times to redistribute grease replace bolt. smoothe riding for however long it takes until symptoms recur. Similar clunking noise in front end.

Why does my front end pop when I turn the steering wheel?

The parking spots at my office garage are on an incline ~5% grade. I started hearing a clunk/popping noise from the front end when backing out of the spot and turning the steering wheel LEFT almost at full lock.

What kind of vehicle is a Silverado 1500?

Vehicle is a 2010 Silverado 1500, crew cab, short bed, 4×4, 6.2L, LTZ. I’ve crawled around under the rear of the vehicle and can’t find anything loose. The only areas I cannot closely examine are the rear wheel wells because liners are installed, and I really don’t want to drill out the mounts to remove them.

Why does my GMC Sierra clunk over bumps?

It feels like my suspension is stiff too. ALSO, when I am going over somewhat smooth,slow, continuous bumps such as a brick driveway where my suspension isn’t having to work too hard, I can hear a creaking noise like an old ship out at sea coming from underneath. I have a 2006 GMC sierra extended cab that I recently put a full rc leveling kit on.

What causes a clunk sound when shifting from drive to reverse?

2. “Clunk” with a ringing sound when shifting from Drive to Reverse. This noise usually indicates that the universal joint bearings have enough excess clearance to allow the driveshaft to rotate slightly, then come to a hard stop, when power is reversed.

Why does my GM car make a clunking noise?

If you aren’t really sure how to check your GM vehicle’s suspension system for the noise that you know is coming from “somewhere up there”, go ahead and bring in your car at anytime. We’ll be able to diagnose and fix your front end clunking quickly and efficiently.

Why does my Sierra make a clunking noise when braking?

So I took my 2009 Sierra (5.3, 6 speed) with 53,000 to the dealer late last week and took a ride with the service tech for a solid clunking noise when braking. He was able reproduce the noise and found the service bulletin regarding the driveline clunk.

When does the clunk come back in my truck?

Enjoy your truck with extremely less of a clunk or eliminated for about 8-10 month. Repeat if the clunk come back. Last edited by starspangled6.0 on Feb 11 2012, 9:07pm, edited 1 time in total.

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