Whirring sound

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JACOB KALISH
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Vehicle makes a whirring sound when accelerating and decelerating, also makes a ticking sound when I turn car off.
Jul 28, 2019 at 3:19 AM
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KASEKENNY
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Hi Jacob,

Is there a chance that you can get a recording of the noises? Maybe one of the whirring noise and then another of the ticking sound?

I have some ideas but hearing them will really help determining what they are. Thanks
Jul 28, 2019 at 12:10 PM
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JACOB KALISH
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I can't do it when I'm driving
Maybe just give me your ideas and I can troubleshoot
Jul 28, 2019 at 1:48 PM
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KASEKENNY
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The noise when accelerating and decelerating sounds like a wheel bearing. They make a distinct sound which is why I would need to hear it to be sure. Maybe next time you are driving with someone, have them get the recording.

As for the ticking noise when the engine is off, this could be a number of things. Many of which are normal so again, I would need to hear the noise in order to better tell you what it could be. First things that come to mind of ticking when the engine is off is the exhaust or other metal components. This would be considered normal.

Here is a guide that helps explain the common causes:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/whirring-sound
Jul 29, 2019 at 12:09 PM
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