Growling noise from engine?

WENDY SUNSHINE MCLAUGHLAN

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2010 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
2.5L
5 CYL
2WD
MANUAL
147,700 MILES

Car starts and drives fine but noticed when I put it in gear and push gas, I hear the engine growl a bit as it goes. Any ideas?

Sunday, November 3rd, 2024 AT 1:36 PM

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CANNON1349

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Hello,

If possible, can you post a clear video demonstrating the sound? Also, does it only do it in gear or can you replicate the noise in neutral? Please let us know.

William

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Sunday, November 3rd, 2024 AT 8:01 PM

WENDY SUNSHINE MCLAUGHLAN

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Sorry can't seem to get a video to link. I don't have to be in gear. I tried while in neutral and still hear the beginning grrr before it sounds normal.

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Sunday, November 24th, 2024 AT 10:38 AM

CANNON1349

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Thanks for the reply. Well, it could potentially be an exhaust rattle. Does the noise occur at the beginning of revving the engine each time? I hope you can get a video to work soon. Chasing noises can be tricky.

William

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Sunday, November 24th, 2024 AT 10:41 AM

WENDY SUNSHINE MCLAUGHLAN

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Yes right when I push the gas in gear or in neutral same noise like a guttural growl.

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Sunday, December 1st, 2024 AT 6:54 PM

CANNON1349

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Hi,
If you have a helper have them rev it in neutral while you are listening to the engine. Let's see if we can pinpoint at least the general area of the noise, it may be louder in one place vs another. Please let us know.

William