The sound of your vehicle’s engine starting up can be music to your ears, and many motorists even spend time modifying their vehicles to get the perfect exhaust note that they’re after. Cars, by their very nature, tend to make noise when in use. We take many of these sounds in stride and let them blend into the backdrop of driving. But what about when a new noise pops up?
Just like something that goes bump in the night, a new noise coming from your car can certainly be a cause for concern. While your instinct might be to turn up the stereo and hope it’s nothing serious, the more practical response is to pay us a visit at our Phoenix area Volkswagen service center to figure out what’s going on!
Common Sounds and the Issues That Cause Them
At Lunde’s Peoria Volkswagen, our experts have years of experience that means we speak your car’s language. Those mystery noises aren’t so mysterious to our team, especially thanks to all of our advanced diagnostic equipment. Whether the issue is overdue vehicle maintenance or an unexpected repair, our Phoenix area team can get you back on top of things.
If the sound tends to pop up while you’re cornering, it’s almost always related to your steering linkage. It could be as simple as a need for lubrication, or it could be more serious. Only an expert can tell you which!
Squeaking, squealing, or grinding when braking is–you guessed it–typically caused by your brakes. The sooner you address this one, the less damage is done to your brakes and rotors.
If you’ve got a hissing sound, this is typically some kind of leak. Whether it’s a faulty hose or coolant escaping under pressure, it’s important to get to the bottom of things before the problem worsens.
Unexpected noises almost always denote trouble, but the best thing you can do for your vehicle is to have the problems diagnosed and corrected sooner than later. At the first sign of trouble, be sure to contact Lunde’s Peoria Volkswagen by calling (602) 714-3968 to schedule a service appointment!
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