306 HDI 90 Engine metalic rattle / noise 2000 - 3000rpm

It is coming from the engine? could be alterator noise. drivshaft bearing?have u got a cover under the bonnet byside the bottom pulley, as if u was driving the wind would send the cover over to the pully and rub,?worth checking it.

Thanks, I'll check that tonight. It is odd though as it only occurs when I put my foot to the floor and between 2k and 3k revs.

The problem I have though is that I cant see the engine as I can only replicate the problem when the car is moving. Oddly if I put the handbrake on and try to drive, forcing the engine under load, the noise doenst occur... so you may be on to something!

Will post up tomorrow.

Thanks

O.k thanks for reading it,

Hi,

couldnt see anything that would be fowling the bottom pulley last night. Also, just to add some more info, it only happens in first and second gear.

Have u looked at the wheel bearings, each side? what u need to do is get it up in the air with the wheels off the ground and start the engine up and let it run in gear while you are under it trying to find the problem, as i think that is the only way you are going to find out what it is.i know its a pain in the arse(sorry)..

Sounds a good way to commit suicide to me. Could be a drive shaft too, or even a gearbox fault.

Not if it is done the correct way will be safe as houses up on stands. also if you know what you are doing!!

Chris, you know how to do it safely, but never assume the other person does.

They only have to ask. and we all on this site try and help.