Clunk on startup 3.0T
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Clunk on startup 3.0T
Hi guys,
I've had my 15 3.0T for 1.5 months and loving it. Went from 2.0t to 3.0 and will never look back.
One issue though. Sometimes when I start up the car it clunks a bit as if the transmission is hooking up or something. It's a bit disconcerting because it's a noticeable jerking action.
Maybe some loose bolts and the starter is loose or the transmission??
Anyone ever experience this? The car functions normal but wondering if I need to have it looked at.
Thanks,
Mitch
I've had my 15 3.0T for 1.5 months and loving it. Went from 2.0t to 3.0 and will never look back.
One issue though. Sometimes when I start up the car it clunks a bit as if the transmission is hooking up or something. It's a bit disconcerting because it's a noticeable jerking action.
Maybe some loose bolts and the starter is loose or the transmission??
Anyone ever experience this? The car functions normal but wondering if I need to have it looked at.
Thanks,
Mitch
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From: Riverside, CA
Hi guys,
I've had my 15 3.0T for 1.5 months and loving it. Went from 2.0t to 3.0 and will never look back.
One issue though. Sometimes when I start up the car it clunks a bit as if the transmission is hooking up or something. It's a bit disconcerting because it's a noticeable jerking action.
Maybe some loose bolts and the starter is loose or the transmission??
Anyone ever experience this? The car functions normal but wondering if I need to have it looked at.
Thanks,
Mitch
I've had my 15 3.0T for 1.5 months and loving it. Went from 2.0t to 3.0 and will never look back.
One issue though. Sometimes when I start up the car it clunks a bit as if the transmission is hooking up or something. It's a bit disconcerting because it's a noticeable jerking action.
Maybe some loose bolts and the starter is loose or the transmission??
Anyone ever experience this? The car functions normal but wondering if I need to have it looked at.
Thanks,
Mitch
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It's at startup still in park. As soon as engine roars to life it clunks.
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One possibility is that you may be hearing the fuel injectors which on a direct injection engine like ours are somewhat noisy. Some people mistake the noise for noisy valves. Just maybe that is what you are hearing. Again if you are uncertain than have the dealer check it out. Trying to diagnose a noise issue without hearing the noise is next to impossible.
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One possibility is that you may be hearing the fuel injectors which on a direct injection engine like ours are somewhat noisy. Some people mistake the noise for noisy valves. Just maybe that is what you are hearing. Again if you are uncertain than have the dealer check it out. Trying to diagnose a noise issue without hearing the noise is next to impossible.
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Another possibility is that if you turn the car off and the steering wheel locks with the wheels at a slight angle (putting some stress on the mechanicals), as soon as you start the car the wheel “clunks” and it moves or hops slightly as well. This usually happens when I am in a hurry, pull into a spot and shut the ignition off before allowing the car to be aimed dead ahead. The when I start it later or next day there is a “clunk” or “thunk” as the power comes back to the steering.
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Another possibility is that if you turn the car off and the steering wheel locks with the wheels at a slight angle (putting some stress on the mechanicals), as soon as you start the car the wheel “clunks” and it moves or hops slightly as well. This usually happens when I am in a hurry, pull into a spot and shut the ignition off before allowing the car to be aimed dead ahead. The when I start it later or next day there is a “clunk” or “thunk” as the power comes back to the steering.
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Since it is in "Park", I would rule out a driveline problem. It could be motor mounts and the A/C compressor turning on. Take it to the dealer and tell them about the noise. They'll check it out and tell you what's causing it.