Engine noise - 2004 3.0 e85

[Astie]

Anyone help with this engine noise?

Sounds like dry cogs running, sounds like it could be coming from the block.



https://youtu.be/0x6nT1MvhA4

 

[maxman]

Does the noise go when you put your foot on the clutch?.

 

[Astie]

Sorry, I should add it's an auto.

Watching youtube videos to try and pinpoint the issue, mentioned could be spark plug loose. So I checked, number 2 was a little.

I'm thinking it could be a worn pulley.

 

[Fox889]

Could be a very noisy Disa valve?
I believe to check this, simply unplug the Disa connection & try it.
Alternatively just remove the Disa valve itself, fairly simple job anyone can do.

 

[Astie]

I rebuilt it last month, but I'll give it a go and report back.

Thanks

 

[Grose]

If I am hearing right, mine makrs a similar noise, although I have been told its nothing to be concerned about. I too have refurbed the disa and intake pipes so would be interested to know how you get on!

 

[MACK]

Its difficult to tell from that clip but going off your description of dry cogs Id be tempted to say either the water pump or one of the pulleys/air con at the front etc

 

[Grose]

Hey Astie, just checking if you found the cause? If you do, please post on here, would good to know!

 

[Astie]

Going to check the pulleys at work tomorrow. Will update with results.

 

[Astie]

New symptoms. - water spraying from behind water pump pulley, water pump pulley moving in and out along its axis.

I've just collected a new water pump; Airtex.

 

[Astie]

Its difficult to tell from that clip but going off your description of dry cogs Id be tempted to say either the water pump or one of the pulleys/air con at the front etc

Winner.

 

[Astie]

New pump fitted, did a service while I had it up on the stands, runs like a dream. Just hit 100k miles, good engine.