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What makes a sloshing noise under the dash?

What makes a sloshing noise under the dash?

Sometimes when I start it up, begin moving forward, or quickly decelerate I can hear what sounds like water (or some other liquid) moving from one place to another (can’t quite tell where) under the dash or maybe just behind the firewall.

What to do if your car is making a sloshing sound?

Check out McP’s suggestion first and if that isn’t the fault, check to make sure the fresh air vent water drains (below the windshield) are clear. Check the cabin filter (s) as well (if equipped). One might think a sloshing sound in the vent area would be there all the time if they were plugged.

Why does my air conditioner make a sloshing sound?

An air pocket in the heater core would be more of a gurgling sound. If you are really hearing a sloshing sound, then it is very likely water trapped in the AC evaporator drain pan. This would be because your AC drain tube is clogged.

Why does my Chevy HHR make a sloshing sound?

One might think a sloshing sound in the vent area would be there all the time if they were plugged. Wind noise, engine noise, etc. can mask the sloshing noise. Not many questions here can be answered without a vehicle ID. Thanks for this. I’ll check the coolant levels. Also, forgot to mention it’s a 2007 Chevy HHR 2.4 LT.

Sometimes when I start it up, begin moving forward, or quickly decelerate I can hear what sounds like water (or some other liquid) moving from one place to another (can’t quite tell where) under the dash or maybe just behind the firewall.

Why does my car make a sloshing sound when it rains?

This is one of the overlooked causes of car water sloshing. If you have old or worn-out sunroof seals, water will drain into the vehicle every time it rains. And as the water drains down to the drain holes, they may not handle all the water at once, which may cause clogging. As a result, this will lead to a sloshing sound when you drive.

An air pocket in the heater core would be more of a gurgling sound. If you are really hearing a sloshing sound, then it is very likely water trapped in the AC evaporator drain pan. This would be because your AC drain tube is clogged.

What causes a water sloshing sound on the passenger side?

Here are some of the things that cause the water sloshing sound on the passenger side: 1 Blocked drain holes – you may hear the sound if the drain holes are blocked. This is easier to detect as you can inspect… 2 Drain holes are very high – some vehicles are poorly designed with a reservoir around the sunroof’s perimeter. This… More

Can you still hear the rushing water in the dash?

Not as bad as before but i can hear it, then when i start turning out of the driveway and such i can still hear the swooshing around. The service manager said the next step if i wanted to bring it back would be a dump of the fluid, pressurize the system and refill. So looks like i will be going down that road very soon.

Why do I hear water running in my car?

… When I apply the accelerator i hear the sound of water flowing behind the passenger side dash. Like where the heater core is. I thought it may be air in the system so I burped the system. Has anyone else experience this? When I apply the accelerator i hear the sound of water flowing behind the passenger side dash. Like where the heater core is.

Why does my car make a sloshing sound when I accelerate?

@JimFell I think you’re associating the increased prominence of the sound with the wrong trigger. As you said, under normal circumstances, your car is accelerating when the engine is running faster. When there is water in a container, and that container experiences acceleration, inertia will cause the water to move around within the container.

Why do I hear liquid sloshing in my car?

Whenever I start my car and put it in gear, I hear the sound of liquid sloshing around as if there were a tub of water just behind the stereo. I can hear it for the first minute of driving (when I accelerate or decelorate) and then it goes away. The sound returns after the car’s been sitting for a while. What’s going on?

Why do I hear rushing water in my dash?

He said in severe cases it can cause the engine temp to creep up, but more than likely, just an annoyance hearing the air pockets in the heater core i think he said. So after the dealer having my car 5 business days and doing the tsb from chevy 4 times they said they solved the issue.

… When I apply the accelerator i hear the sound of water flowing behind the passenger side dash. Like where the heater core is. I thought it may be air in the system so I burped the system. Has anyone else experience this? When I apply the accelerator i hear the sound of water flowing behind the passenger side dash. Like where the heater core is.

Why does my car make a warning beep sound?

A single beep announces that it has been activated. If the sound continues, then the HAC could be malfunctioning or there could be an issue with the system and needs attention. Warning sounds in vehicle’s warn the driver about issues that are not set or not working properly. There could be sounds for the following:

What does the warning chime on my car sound like?

No corresponding warning lights on dash. I have a warning chime that has started to sound intermittently while I drive. It first started a few weeks ago, and it sounded like a sick bell. After awhile, it began sounding like a single “bong”.

Why does my car AC make a hissing noise when I turn it off?

AC Hissing When the Car Shuts Off A hissing noise is another common sound drivers hear from their car’s air conditioner. The good news is this doesn’t always spell trouble. If you hear the AC hissing after you turn your car off, that’s actually just your car’s way of equalizing pressure.

Where does the clicking noise come from in my car?

I have recently started hearing a clicking noise (almost exactly like the noise a blinker signal makes) that is coming from behind the dash board on the passengar side of the car between the glove compartment and center console area. I can’t identify why it starts, but have noticed that it usually occurs when the a/c is turned off.

Why does my Pontiac Vibe make a ticking noise?

My 2005 Pontiac Vibe started spontaneously making a strange ticking noise after a grocery run. It’s loud, and doesn’t accelerate in time with the engine, so we have ruled out fan for now. It sounds like it’s coming from almost directly behind the radio console and has the speed and timbre of a fast, old-fashioned tick tock metronome.

Why do I hear a ticking noise on my Radio?

It sounds like it’s coming from almost directly behind the radio console and has the speed and timbre of a fast, old-fashioned tick tock metronome. My dad took a look at it and thought it might have to do with the air filter–a lot of awful junk fell out of it, and I have a new filter, but the ticking noise still persists.

Why does my car make a weird noise when I start the car?

In turn, feathered tires could be a symptom of a worn suspension component, causing tires to hop up and down as you drive rather than rolling smoothly down the road. Don’t miss this expert advice on how to make your car tires last. Do you hear a high-pitched squeal, or perhaps even what sounds like a bird chirping when you first start the engine?

Why does my car make a low pitched hum?

While driving, you hear a low-pitched hum. As you accelerate, the noise gets louder—maybe it sounds like an airplane taking off—but after a certain speed the volume is consistent. When you make a turn, the noise gets louder; but if you turn the other way, it disappears.

Why does my car make a running water sound?

I’ve recently noticed that when this “running water” sound occurs that it is more prominent when the engine is running faster (e.g. during acceleration).

Why does my car make noise when I go over 20 mph?

If you hear the noise above 20 mph it’s most likely a wheel bearing noise but it’s not a bad idea to check the tire tread to be sure the tires are not chopped or worn uneven. If you what to leave me more details about the noise I may have a more definitive answer to what may be the problem.

I’ve recently noticed that when this “running water” sound occurs that it is more prominent when the engine is running faster (e.g. during acceleration).

Why does my car heater make a sloshing sound?

Whenever the fluid level drops, add some more coolant, and repeat until you can’t get any more bubbling. By the way, another symptom that might indicate this is your problem is that it’s usually associated with poor heater performance (taking a long time to get heat, or only getting warm air, not hot air, out of the heater). R..

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