Everyone knows at least one car owner who has experienced a car engine knock. Although you might know that it is no joke, you might not know what the knocking of a car’s engine entails.
Knocking occurs when fuel burns unevenly in a car’s engine’s cylinders. Fuel burns in small quantities when there is an ideal balance of air and fuel. A shock triggers the next cycle of fuel burning.
Engine knocking happens when fuel burns unevenly and those shocks go off at the wrong time. The result is an annoying noise and potential damage to your engine’s cylinder walls and pistons.
A knocking engine can be a sign of serious trouble, so it’s important to address it right away.
These are some signs that a car’s engine is knocking:
Loud knocking noises
A knocking engine produces a loud knocking or pinging noise that is heard from inside the car or outside.
Vibrations
If the engine is knocking, you may feel vibrations in the steering wheel or the pedals.
Loss of power
An imminent car engine knock can cause a decrease in engine power, resulting in sluggish acceleration or difficulty maintaining speed.
Increased fuel consumption
A knocking engine can cause increased fuel consumption as the engine struggles to perform properly.
Check engine light
If the engine is knocking, the check engine light may come on, indicating a problem with the engine’s performance.
If you notice any of these signs, it’s important to have your car checked by a mechanic as soon as possible to avoid further damage to the engine.
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