It’s spooky season, and while the decorations are up and the candy bowls are full, there might be something else giving you chills this October — those strange, spooky noises coming from your car! 👻
Don’t worry, you’re not being haunted… but your vehicle might be trying to tell you something. Our ASE Certified Technicians at DeBoer’s Auto are here to help you translate those eerie sounds before they turn into full-blown automotive horror stories.👻 The Screeching Banshee — Your Brakes
Hearing a shrill, high-pitched screech that makes you wince every time you hit the brakes? That’s your Screeching Banshee, and it’s your car’s way of warning you that your brake pads are low.
Many brake pads come with a built-in “squeal bar” — a small metal tab that rubs against the rotor when the pads wear down. It’s designed to alert you that it’s time for service. Ignore it too long, and you could end up needing both pads and rotors replaced.
A full brake inspection by an ASE Certified Technician ensures your pads, rotors, calipers, and hoses are all working together safely. Don’t let your Banshee wail too long — she gets louder the more you ignore her!
🧟 The Growling Monster — Engine or Exhaust Trouble
If your car is growling like something straight out of a monster movie, it could be coming from your engine or exhaust system.
A deep rumble or growl might mean an exhaust leak or muffler issue, but sometimes, it’s a worn bearing inside the engine. Either way, a growling monster under the hood deserves attention before it turns destructive.
Bring your beast in before it gets angry — our technicians can diagnose where the growl is coming from and stop it before it turns into a roar.
💀 The Clanking Skeleton — Suspension or Steering
If your car sounds like a bag of bones clattering down the road, you may be dealing with a suspension or steering issue.
A clanking or knocking noise when going over bumps, making turns, or even cruising on smooth pavement could mean a broken or loose suspension component. Think of it as your car’s skeleton rattling when its joints are worn out.
Have one of our technicians perform a suspension inspection to make sure everything underneath is tight, aligned, and ready for a smooth, ghost-free ride.
👻 The Ghostly Whine — Power Steering or Transmission
That eerie, haunting whine you hear when turning your wheel or accelerating? That could be your power steering system or transmission crying out for help.
Low fluid, a worn pump, or internal issues can cause this spooky sound. It’s your car’s version of a ghostly wail — and the longer you ignore it, the more costly the exorcism (repair) can become.
🧟♂️ The Moaning Zombie — Belts or Bearings
Finally, if your car’s moaning and groaning like the undead, you might have worn belts or failing wheel bearings.
A moaning sound when turning can point to a bad wheel bearing, while a rhythmic groan from under the hood may mean your serpentine belt is on its last leg. Don’t wait until your zombie breaks free — let us check it before it drags your car’s performance down.
🎃 Exorcise Those Demons Before Halloween
If your car’s making spooky noises, don’t grab a Ouija board — grab your phone! Our ASE Certified Technicians at DeBoer’s Auto are ready to exorcise those automotive demons and keep you rolling safely through Halloween and beyond.
📞 Call us, 💻 schedule online, or 🧰 stop by the shop — we’ll help your car rest in peace (and quiet).