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by parraeel
Sun Oct 05, 2014 6:25 am
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: Grinding/scraping noise
Replies: 1
Views: 652

Grinding/scraping noise

My 6R Polo has developed a certain grinding or scraping noise somewhere from the front left when accelerating from a complete stop.It happens intermittently and only for a few seconds.

Suggestions, thoughts, remedies?

Thanks
by parraeel
Fri Nov 14, 2008 8:35 am
Forum: MK5 (6N2) Polo - Years 1999-2001
Topic: Howling noise from the back of Polo
Replies: 6
Views: 1102

I didn't really think about it being the exhaust, but I guess it is a possibility. One more thing I should have explained is that this particular noise seems to come and go as I accelerate and slow down and seems to be coming from the rear left side.
by parraeel
Fri Nov 14, 2008 6:04 am
Forum: MK5 (6N2) Polo - Years 1999-2001
Topic: Howling noise from the back of Polo
Replies: 6
Views: 1102

Howling noise from the back of Polo

Recently I've noticed a howling or whining noise coming from the back of my 6N2, most noticeable at speeds betweem 60-80 KPH (37-50mph). It's definetly not coming from the tyres as I changed tyres and still the same problem. I'm thinking rear wheel bearings, but I welcome your opinions or ideas on ...