Is the engine on my Impala broken down?

Hi guys, I have not been on here in a long time but my Impala which I have owned for just over a year had broken down the other night. The engine stalled out on me and would not restart. It was towed to a dealership. They got the car started but tell me it has a bad knock. It looks as though I will need the engine replaced.

Why does my Impala have a double knock under it?

There was no prior symptoms up until things went wrong. Yesterday it was finally checked out at the dealership and they did confirm it had a double knock from underneath. Even the mechanic was puzzled as to how this went wrong. There was no metal fragments in the oil when the checked it.

Why does my car Keep Knocking on the engine?

Luckily, engine knock isn’t a frequent problem with modern cars, because the air/fuel ratio, fuel injectors and timing are all computer controlled. There’s even a knock sensor that’s designed to detect engine knock and tell the Engine Control Unit, so it can correct the problem automatically.

Can a bad knock sensor cause an engine to knock?

There’s even a knock sensor that’s designed to detect engine knock and tell the Engine Control Unit, so it can correct the problem automatically. This naturally means that a bad knock sensor can allow the engine to knock.

Why does my Chevy Impala make a knocking noise?

I have 2006 impala, when running the air after i turn off the car i hear a knocking noise under the passenger side dash, any ideas what it could be. When it is damp outside, my 2007 Chevy Impala when you use the signal lights it has a buzzing sound under the dash each time the signal light flashes, it does it right or left.

What happens when the fuel pump goes out in a Chevy Impala?

There are physical signs that you can feel when your Impala’s fuel pump is going out. Before taking anything apart, check to see if your engine’s computer has any trouble codes saved in it. The engine may throw a P0087 trouble code. This trouble code detects that the fuel rail/system pressure is too low.

Is the oil level on my Impala bad?

The car never leaked a drop or burned any oil. I periodically check the oil level and never found any loss. Again, this came as a complete surprise. There was no prior symptoms up until things went wrong. Yesterday it was finally checked out at the dealership and they did confirm it had a double knock from underneath.

What kind of warranty does an impala have?

Depends on the year – from what I can tell, the 5 yr./100k powertrain warranty started with the 2007 model year. 2006 shows 3 yr/36k for powertrain… Bases on the OP’s name, I’m assuming he has an 06….

Is the Impala 3.9L engine bulletproof?

Same here I have a 3.9 and I thought the motor was bulletproof. I never had any problems with the motor, it does burn a good amount of oil. I check it almost every week. It’s getting kind of low now I have a oil change due in about 600 miles.

What’s the price of a 2006 Chevy Impala?

2006 Chevrolet Impala LT 30 Photos Price: $4,395

Is the Chevy Impala a car to avoid?

Given its long-standing reputation as a car to be avoided, even as a free upgrade at the rental car counter, it is easy to have low expectations for the Chevrolet Impala. But the 2014 redesign dramatically transformed the model from a woefully uncompetitive and outdated offeringl into a thoroughly modern and remarkably enjoyable car.

Where was the 2006 Chevy Impala last serviced?

Mileage: 60,376 miles Body Type: Sedan Color: Silver Engine: 6 Cyl 3.5 L No accident or damage reported to CARFAX. Purchased on 08/20/06 and owned in FL until 08/27/19. Driven an estimated 2,312 miles/year. Last serviced in Pembroke Pines, FL on 10/16/18 • Vehicle serviced. Mileage: 30,176 miles Body Type: Sedan Color: Blue Engine: 6 Cyl 3.5 L

Where can I get a Chevy Impala for free?

Please call Member Services at 1-800-333-0663 Given its long-standing reputation as a car to be avoided, even as a free upgrade at the rental car counter, it is easy to have low expectations for the Chevrolet Impala.

Is the engine on my Impala broken down?