When I had my Insignia Vauxhall changed everything from aux belts and tensioners to the timing belt. They finally changed the alternator blaming the alternator bearings which seemed to cure it before I got rid of the car
Announcement
Collapse
No announcement yet.
2013 Insignia 2.0CDTi Cold Start Noise (with video)
Collapse
X
-
Mines a MY63 been away for a week, car parked in open on two very frosty mornings, started motor and it made the same noise, gone after two seconds, not to be heard again that day,
same next day. Home motor kept in garage, not a whisper. ????Sport Touror Elite 163
Dave
Comment
-
So just to give you all an update - Had my cambelt fitted on Friday (gates kit) and this morning it still made the noise when cold so that rules out Water-pump and belt tensioner's.. I have now lost the "bike pump" noise though so I'm guessing that was the water pump.
I am wondering if its something related to the alternator.. I may try squirting it with wd40 and see if the noise goes... but I've done 40k+ with this noise to put peeps minds at rest.2013 Insignia 2.0 CDTi SRi NAV
My Photography - https://www.facebook.com/charleswhitephotography & www.charles-white-photography.com
Comment
-
Originally posted by Jetskimatty View Postsounds like dmf with water pump noise too.
Comment
-
Originally posted by cdub View PostHi Guys,
so randomly this started happening a month ago and would only happen now and then.. today was day 3 in a row of making this noise when starting from cold.
Rev the engine it goes away only happens on idle when cold
I used to have a 2.0T Z20NET Vectra and that blew to a timing chain tensioner so I'm very sensitive to cold start noises!!
Getting it booked in later but wanted to see what other owners opinions are!
Update: 12/3/18 - I have done 40k+ miles since first post & still have the noise but car is running fine.
Cam belt done at 97k & noise is still there when cold. Rules out water pump & cam belt tensioners.
Comment
-
Originally posted by markinuckfield View PostDid you do the aux belt, pulley and tensioner? Although I don’t think it’s that2013 Insignia 2.0 CDTi SRi NAV
My Photography - https://www.facebook.com/charleswhitephotography & www.charles-white-photography.com
Comment
-
Originally posted by cdub View PostNo not yet.. but this morning was the second time I have received a low oil pressure warning on cold start in a month and the car has been “whining” when I’m driving it. it’s done just over 120k & I’m worried something big is going now.
Comment
-
Originally posted by markinuckfield View PostYou need to get the oil seal pickup done before you do any damage2013 Insignia 2.0 CDTi SRi NAV
My Photography - https://www.facebook.com/charleswhitephotography & www.charles-white-photography.com
Comment
-
Unfortunately if its been whining the damage may already be done to the crank. this needs investgation asap and unless you're not bothered about the engine going pop, I wouldn't be driving itInsignia Elite Nav 2ltr SIDI Turbo 250PS, Pearlescent Emerald Green, VX-Line Interior, VX-Line Exterior Styling Kit, Premium Brandy Nappa Sports Leather, 20" Elite Multi Spoke Alloy Wheels, 8" Digital Drivers Display, Bose Premium Audio System, Front Camera Pack, Rear View Camera, Adaptive Cruise Control, Advanced Park Assist, Rear Privacy Glass, Keyless Entry & Start, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Factory Fitted Towbar
Comment
-
Originally posted by 0011728 View PostUnfortunately if its been whining the damage may already be done to the crank. this needs investgation asap and unless you're not bothered about the engine going pop, I wouldn't be driving it
Its only been whining for about a week and the noise is not changing. its coming from the left hand side of the engine so it points to a tensioner either on the aux belt or the cambelt. My mate had a listen to it and pinpointed the noise.
Its going to the guy who did my cambelt on wednesday and ill report back. As always thanks or the repys its always helpfull2013 Insignia 2.0 CDTi SRi NAV
My Photography - https://www.facebook.com/charleswhitephotography & www.charles-white-photography.com
Comment
Comment