Cold start noise
Posted: Sun Sep 26, 2004 7:18 pm
1998 1.4CL FVWSH 40k
When starting from cold there is a noise which sounds like a slipping fanbelt (belt is fine). It appears to be coming from the bottom right handside engine/gearbox as you look at it. I initially thought it might be the thrust bearing but the noise remains when the clutch is pressed.
After a couple of mins (once warm) the noise stops, I have no problem selecting gears and the car runs fine with or without the noise.
Any info greatly appreciated!
When starting from cold there is a noise which sounds like a slipping fanbelt (belt is fine). It appears to be coming from the bottom right handside engine/gearbox as you look at it. I initially thought it might be the thrust bearing but the noise remains when the clutch is pressed.
After a couple of mins (once warm) the noise stops, I have no problem selecting gears and the car runs fine with or without the noise.
Any info greatly appreciated!