flamingMoe Posted July 29, 2009 Share Posted July 29, 2009 Afternoon, I have a strange noise emitting from my car when I pull away, mainly just after starting her up from cold, but has also been known to happen when warmed up. It's very difficult to describe what it sounds like, but if I'm honest it sounds like I have a family of squirrels living inside my Rays. Has anyone experienced this beofre, and if you have could you shed any light on it? Excellent forum, by the way Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jerry3167 Posted July 29, 2009 Share Posted July 29, 2009 Not heard that before, but remember, its not just a car, its a home too! Sure others will be along soon to solve the mystery!! Jerry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris`I Posted July 29, 2009 Share Posted July 29, 2009 Not heard that before, does it happen when moving too? Or stationary? Aux belts have been known to squeek when cold if they are a bit loose. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anubis Posted July 29, 2009 Share Posted July 29, 2009 This is your answer my friend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flamingMoe Posted July 29, 2009 Author Share Posted July 29, 2009 It just occurs when I pull away.... mainly when cold and mainly when reversing out of my drive (which is a fairly steep uphill slope). The car seems to be sound, no other odd noises or knocks, just the squirrel noise that last for a couple of seconds every now and then. I'll be very pi**ed if I find out that it is squirrels!!! I'm not a bloody charity Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris`I Posted July 29, 2009 Share Posted July 29, 2009 Sounds like the Aux belts need tightening. Theres a thread on here about how to change them if you search, which includes a bit on how to tension them properly. Use that and tighten them up and you should be good to go if the belts are in good condition. If they are cracked then they'll need replacing which again is quite easy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jerry3167 Posted July 29, 2009 Share Posted July 29, 2009 Dont be so cold hearted!! I had a fox living behind my grill on my Type-R!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flamingMoe Posted July 29, 2009 Author Share Posted July 29, 2009 Cheers Chris, will go on a hunt Jerry - Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ebized Posted July 29, 2009 Share Posted July 29, 2009 Not sure what noise squirrels make but are your sure it is not: a) clicking rear axles - repair kits at competitive prices are available from ZEDMANLEX. Its not a major worry issue other than the noise. dry brake shims - a touch of high melting point grease between them and the caliper body is the answer there. Both are regular issues with ZEDS - particularly if you think the noise is coming from the rear wheel area heard at slow speeds Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M13KYF Posted July 29, 2009 Share Posted July 29, 2009 sounds like clicking rear axles to me to. Does the sound come from the rear of the car. If yes then I would recommend getting it double checked by a Nissan dealership then follow option a) on Ebized's post. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flamingMoe Posted July 29, 2009 Author Share Posted July 29, 2009 Thanks Ebized, worth looking in to Oh, and for the record, a squirrel makes a noise like a slightly miffed stoat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris`I Posted July 29, 2009 Share Posted July 29, 2009 Is the sound a squeeky sound or a clicky sound? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flamingMoe Posted July 29, 2009 Author Share Posted July 29, 2009 Hard to describe... I'd probably lean towards clicky, but its a high pitched click. I'd like to have a fair idea of what it is before taking it to the dealer, for obvious reasons. Thank you all for the input Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris`I Posted July 29, 2009 Share Posted July 29, 2009 Hmm sounds more like a clicky axel then, or something stuck inside a disc cover or something. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flamingMoe Posted July 29, 2009 Author Share Posted July 29, 2009 Is a 'clicky axel' an expensive fix? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ebized Posted July 29, 2009 Share Posted July 29, 2009 Thanks Ebized, worth looking in to Oh, and for the record, a squirrel makes a noise like a slightly miffed stoat. Gee, thanks for that - should have realised ............................... I'm just little oll townie boy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ebized Posted July 29, 2009 Share Posted July 29, 2009 Is a 'clicky axel' an expensive fix? Here you go viewtopic.php?f=32&t=21842&hilit=axle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flamingMoe Posted July 29, 2009 Author Share Posted July 29, 2009 You're too good to me In towny terms, a slightly miffed stoat/squirrel is comparable to an urban fox fighting a **** soaked tramp for a box of chicken mcnuggets. Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ebized Posted July 29, 2009 Share Posted July 29, 2009 You're too good to me In towny terms, a slightly miffed stoat/squirrel is comparable to an urban fox fighting a **** soaked tramp for a box of chicken mcnuggets. Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R35LEE Posted July 29, 2009 Share Posted July 29, 2009 urban fox fighting a **** soaked tramp for a box of chicken mcnuggets? hahaha i love it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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