Learn about the 5 unusual sounds your vehicle make

1.   Gliding, Like a Fish without Water:

    What you listen: A flapping or slapping sound when you run the air conditioner or blowers.

                What’s happening: A loose, misaligned or worn out ventilation flap is, well flapping.

                Probable reason? No biggie. This might impact your airflow and the sound will likely drive you a little nuts, but it’s not a serious safety issue. Turn up the tunes, roll down your window, and feel free to get to it when you have time. Or, nip this annoying little problem in the bud by scheduling an A/C performance check.

2.   The Squeal of a Banshee When You Brake:

               What you listen: A piercing screeching originating from your tires when you step on the brake pedal.

               What’s happening: The brake pad indicator is rubbing up against the rotor.

               Probable reason? This isn’t an emergency. The brake pad indicator is there to let you know when your brake pads have worn down and need to be replaced. While you’re not in any immediate danger, you’ll want to plan to have your brake pads replaced in the near future. When it’s convenient for you, make an appointment for a brake service and inspection before the squeal turns into a scream.

3. The Squeal of a Banshee, But Under the Hood:

                What you listen: A loud high sign noise coming from under the hood.

                What’s happening: This is a classic sign of a loose or worn serpentine belt.

                Probable reason? Yes, because the serpentine belt powers all of your car’s major systems. A squealing serpentine belt is one that could be about to break. At the point when an old serpentine belt snaps, drive torque to the entirety of the motor's extras is lost and you're left, well “up the rivulet" with a vehicle that won't go. Except if you need to toss down some cash for a tow truck, planning an arrangement for a vehicle examination might be to your greatest advantage. Your service boy can help you understand how much life, or how little life, may be left in this essential engine component.

4.    A Cat That Doesn’t Want to Be Touched:

               What you listen: Sounds like a grumpy cat, when you start the engine.

               What’s happening: Your battery is losing juice and is struggling to power the engine.

               Probable reason? This is less of a safety concern and more of a convenience concern, as your car could end up failing to start tomorrow, next week, or next month—it’s tough to make an exact prediction. A moderate engine wrench matched with this terrible noise implies your battery is on the fritz. It might be low on liquid, be over the hill, or need a bounce. Head over to your local Firestone Complete Auto Care for a free battery test and our car whisperers will let you know how much “life” is left in your battery. Or, give your car a virtual battery test online!

5.  A Rumble & Roar under Your Rear:

                What you listen: A loud roaring sound coming from somewhere underneath the driver’s seat.

                What’s happening: You probably have a leak or crack in your exhaust system’s manifold. The roaring you hear is excess engine noise that would normally get silenced by the muffler. When your exhaust system fails, all of your engine’s sound waves and vibrations get channeled into the car.

                Probable reason? The driver’s seat is vibrating like a massage chair, which is kind of nice. And the noise isn’t too noticeable when the radio is cranked up. Maybe you can let this one slide? Nope. A malfunctioning exhaust system means that you could have poisonous carbon monoxide venting into the cabin. Don’t delay—this is a sound you want to get checked out right away!

If you'll find these kinds of noises in your vehicle then visit any car dealership near you.