Noisey engine

Discussion in 'General Motoring' started by Steve Buckley, Aug 31, 2006.

  1. Steve Buckley

    Steve Buckley Guest

    I have a 03 Zafira (1.8 Design) and the engine has developed a strange noise
    it sounds like a diesel engine close up. The noise seems to be coming from
    near the alternator. Anybody else had this problem or know what it it might
    be, before i take it to my local dealer?
     
    Steve Buckley, Aug 31, 2006
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  2. Steve Buckley

    me140 Guest

    It could well be your water pump and as this is driven by the timing belt it
    will cause a large amount of damage to both your engine and bank balance if
    it fails.
    Get it checked ASAP.
    By the way - have you checked your oil level?
     
    me140, Aug 31, 2006
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  3. Steve Buckley

    Steve Buckley Guest

    Yes i've checked the oil level and thats OK, it was only serviced as well in
    July!
     
    Steve Buckley, Aug 31, 2006
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  4. Steve Buckley

    adder1969 Guest

    I had something similar on a Carlton and that was the water pump
    bearings. The pump was totally knackered when I took it off.

    The other thing could be a worn camshaft - have a look through the oil
    filler cap - the cam lobes should be pretty much flat across the top.
     
    adder1969, Sep 1, 2006
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