[nicky dj]

Not sure what the sound is, but when i'm coasting about 10-20 MPH, and hit the brakes, it sounds makes a "crank" sound like my gears are shifting, etc? Can anyone identify why that is? It's certainly not my gears changing. When I am going normal speeds and brake, it doesn't replicate the noise, only going a few MPH's.

Thanks guys!

[IMF1990]

Also interested to know, I get this when I am in traffic easing on and off the brake?

[Jeff@TopGearSolutions]

Automatic or Manual?

[GoRomeo]

Loose engine mount or supension maybe? I will start by looking at those...

[nicky dj]

Automatic, but ya It sounds or feels like nothing to do with the tranny. As it's still in 2nd gear with no shift in between. Definetly sounds like a suspension or mounting issue would be my assumption, just don't know specifically what?

[nicky dj]

Originally Posted by IMF1990

Also interested to know, I get this when I am in traffic easing on and off the brake?

Ya, no doubt. I wonder if it's a common occurance? I just don't wanting leading to something more drastic

[Jeff@TopGearSolutions]

Originally Posted by nicky dj

Automatic, but ya It sounds or feels like nothing to do with the tranny. As it's still in 2nd gear with no shift in between. Definetly sounds like a suspension or mounting issue would be my assumption, just don't know specifically what?

Well you can visually inspect the suspension and motor mounts.

Go around to all the suspnsion components and check the bolts. I doubt that is it but it's always possible.

Motor mounts do wear over time and can crack. You would need to check those out visually.

However, this may just be brake noise? Unfortunately your situation is EXTREMELY broad so it's hard to narrow it down without hearing the car. Perhaps a video can capture some of the sound and direction?

[nicky dj]

Originally Posted by Jeff@TopGearSolutions

Well you can visually inspect the suspension and motor mounts.

Go around to all the suspnsion components and check the bolts. I doubt that is it but it's always possible.

Motor mounts do wear over time and can crack. You would need to check those out visually.

However, this may just be brake noise? Unfortunately your situation is EXTREMELY broad so it's hard to narrow it down without hearing the car. Perhaps a video can capture some of the sound and direction?

Thanks for the reply Jeff, I wish I could replicate it for you on call. Basically it sounds like a 'switching gears' crank of an older car, like an old Honda Civic or something like that - a real just hard "crank" noise. If I was the car next to it I would totally think I was downshifting without the winding down sound.

[nicky dj]

Also, only got under 30,000 miles on it - always garaged. So wouldn't think or hope that it is just "wear" perse, but possible?

[GoRomeo]

why worry when you are still under warranty? Leave that for us....

[nicky dj]

Originally Posted by GoRomeo

why worry when you are still under warranty? Leave that for us....

I have a 2007 just an FYI =). Just drive it as my weekend car, hence the low mileage - so definetly getting worried as my extended warrenty is up this May.

[GoRomeo]

Oh ok, well take it to the dealer and have them worry about it. Keep us posted. Cheers

[nicky dj]

Originally Posted by GoRomeo

Oh ok, well take it to the dealer and have them worry about it. Keep us posted. Cheers

Ya, that's what I am going to do. Just was hoping for some insight before I brought it in, because you know how dealership's are, they will try to negate any service, even under warranty, if you're not able to replicate it, or it's not an issue straight smack in their face.

[GoRomeo]

Originally Posted by nicky dj

Ya, that's what I am going to do. Just was hoping for some insight before I brought it in, because you know how dealership's are, they will try to negate any service, even under warranty, if you're not able to replicate it, or it's not an issue straight smack in their face.

yeah I agree. What I would do is have one of the mechanics drive with you before you drop it off to replicate problem. This way you go home knowing they know about it.