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KingBonacci 09-24-2013 05:00 AM

Loud whining noise while driving
 
I've been noticing a whining noise while driving lately, almost sounds like when there's a power steering problem, very similar sound. But it is not a problem with the power steering at all. I can notice the sound more when accelerating, there's no check engine light and no noticable power loss or anything. I haven't done any googling yet but I was just wondering if anyone had an idea of what it could be, thanks.

warren(silver-roxy-8) 09-24-2013 07:58 AM

I can tell you that I have noticed that the Renesis engine does make a 'wirring' sound under acceleration, mostly in 1st and 2nd gear (at least from my experience).

A video of this noise would definitely help the diagnosis along...

KingBonacci 09-24-2013 08:13 AM

Well I can say its deffinitely outside if it's normal operating sound, I know my baby well had her for a while now. I'll try to get a good vid of the sound. Best way to describe it is a whining sound, almost like a power steering problem sound.

tpb7463 09-24-2013 08:41 AM

Video would help, but the first thing that comes to mind is when the last transmission fluid change was.

KingBonacci 09-25-2013 11:26 AM

Oddly the noise has stopped on its own seemingly, no idea if it will come back or not. It's a manual shift and the gear oil has never been changed I that's what you mean by transmission oil.

Razz1 09-25-2013 01:52 PM

Brake wear indicator or Alternator

Levi Landon 10-09-2013 11:13 PM


Originally Posted by KingBonacci (Post 4526921)
I've been noticing a whining noise while driving lately, almost sounds like when there's a power steering problem, very similar sound. But it is not a problem with the power steering at all. I can notice the sound more when accelerating, there's no check engine light and no noticable power loss or anything. I haven't done any googling yet but I was just wondering if anyone had an idea of what it could be, thanks.

i do believe its from the speakers thats where mine comes from

DVerdeyen 10-09-2013 11:40 PM

couple things it could be. most likely alternator. I've noticed it has a higher pitch since I recently installed a new stereo system and the alternator is working harder. to know if its the alternator check the voltage of the battery when the car is started. also, if you have an aftermarket CAI make sure all the hoses are fully attached, and do not have any leaks in them. that'll cause a loud whine. otherwise make sure all connections are plugged. the engine has a whine anyways but these are just ideas.

Stephen T 10-10-2013 01:26 AM

The whining part sounds like my wife when I'm pushing it(the car that is!)

Brettus 10-10-2013 01:59 AM


Originally Posted by Stephen T (Post 4532311)
The whining part sounds like my wife when I'm pushing it(the car that is!)

Is that the "faster faster " whine you were telling me about ?

Stephen T 10-10-2013 02:06 AM

Very similar..........no. Lol

alnielsen 10-10-2013 03:16 AM

I used to have a loud whining noise coming from the right side of the car. Then, I got divorced. It went away.

Stephen T 10-10-2013 03:22 AM

Turning the stereo up seems cheaper. Lol

Paul Alexander 10-15-2013 11:19 AM

OK all jokes aside im having the very same whinny problem, just started a few days ago, just like that...i would like to if its the alternator or breaks or what it might be...also whats a (CAI )

KingBonacci 10-16-2013 03:02 PM


Originally Posted by Paul Alexander (Post 4534244)
OK all jokes aside im having the very same whinny problem, just started a few days ago, just like that...i would like to if its the alternator or breaks or what it might be...also whats a (CAI )

My problem cleared up on it's own after a couple days. It wasn't anything with the brakes, I'm leaning toward it possibly being the alternator. Couldn't say for certain since the noise has gone away now. CAI is an abbreviation for Cold Air Intake.


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