Noise when starting the car (squeal, knock or clicking): what does it mean?

A squeal, a metallic knock or a rapid clicking when you turn the ignition or in the first seconds after starting can come from the auxiliary belt, the battery, the starter motor or the top end of the engine (timing, tappets). Noting when it sounds and whether it goes away as the engine warms up helps tell them apart.

Noise when starting the car (squeal, knock or clicking): what should you do?

Note whether the noise happens when you turn the key or with the engine already running, and whether it disappears within seconds or persists. A metallic knock that lasts more than a few seconds or repeats every day deserves a garage inspection as soon as possible.

Noise when starting the car (squeal, knock or clicking): which faults cause it?

The most important among the documented faults: wear and breakage of the 7 mm chain between the camshafts, in the 1.5 BlueHDi; timing chain stretch and tensioner failure (EA111), in the 1.2 and 1.4 TSI; timing chain stretch and tensioner failure, in the OM651 and the 1.3 Multijet; timing chain stretch, in the 2.0 Ingenium diésel; timing chain and tensioner wear, in the BMW N13 and the 2.0 TSI / TFSI; timing chain guide and tensioner wear (2011-2015), in the BMW N20; wear and breakage of the timing chain guides, in the BMW N43/N46; rear timing chain wear, in the BMW N57.

Noise When Starting the Car: Causes and What to Do

Most common causes

From most to least likely according to the sources. Under each cause, the part and the related OBD codes.

1. Auxiliary belt, tensioner or pulleys
Common cause
The high-pitched squeal is the typical noise of the auxiliary belt. Diariomotor takes it as a sign that the belt is slipping, and RACE explains that it indicates there may be a worn idler or tensioner, and that it usually appears at the end of the belt's service life. RACE adds that a worn or slack belt squeals with a high-pitched sound.^[1][6][7]
Faults with with the crankshaft pulley and engine mounts
2. Weak battery when turning the key
Common cause
If a clicking or metallic noise sounds when you turn the key and the engine does not start, RACE explains that the starter motor receives some power from the battery, but not enough to start the engine. Cold makes it worse: Autopista points out that low temperatures punish the battery and advises thinking about replacing it if it is more than four years old or shows signs of weakness.^[4][8]
Faults with with the 12 V battery
3. Worn starter motor or solenoid
Common cause
RACE attributes the clicking when trying to start to the Bendix drive, which tries to engage the starter motor but lacks the strength to turn the engine. Behind it lies wear of the brushes, shaft and bearings, quicker with urban use, and the symptom can be a start that works sometimes and not others. If you only hear the starter motor spinning, without the clicking, the fault is in the solenoid.^[2][9]
Faults with with the alternator and starter motor
4. Stretched timing chain or belt, or slack tensioner
Possible cause
RACE explains that when the chain slackens, it knocks against the cover, and that a poorly designed chain or one with unsuitable oil can stretch more than the tensioner can compensate for. Of the timing belt it says that it usually gives no symptoms, except a knocking noise against its cover when it slackens. If it breaks, the valves and pistons collide and the damage is very serious. The chain rattle on starting has its own guide on the site: "Metallic timing noise on starting".^[10]
Faults with with the timing chain Faults with with the timing belt
5. Hydraulic tappets and play in the top end of the engine
Possible cause
With hydraulic tappets, the oil drains away when the car has been standing for a while, and according to Wikipedia the valve train can rattle loudly on starting for a second or two without being a problem. If the noise does not go away within a couple of minutes, it can indicate a blocked oil passage or a tappet collapsed through wear. RACE adds that excessive rattling means there is play between moving parts (valves, piston rings, timing chain, pistons or connecting rods).^[3][5]
6. Thick oil when cold or badly degraded oil
Possible cause
Autopista points out that when cold the oil thickens and the engine components are less prepared, and recommends a multigrade oil that flows well when cold. RACE warns that if oil is lacking or badly degraded, play between components appears quickly.^[3][8]

Depending on what you notice

Noise when starting the car cold

When cold the oil thickens and the engine is less prepared (Autopista). A timing rattle lasting a second or two can be normal with hydraulic tappets; if it lasts more than a couple of minutes or always recurs, it indicates a problem (Wikipedia), and RACE advises stopping the car as soon as possible in the event of excessive rattling, even if no warning light is on.^[3][5][8]

Squealing when starting the car

A high-pitched squeal usually comes from the auxiliary belt: Diariomotor takes it as a sign that it is slipping and RACE associates it with a worn idler or tensioner or a worn belt. Cracks or fraying in the belt are signs of wear, and replacing it costs around €100 including labour according to RACE.^[1][6][7]

It goes clack clack clack on starting

If the clicking sounds when you turn the key and the engine does not start, RACE attributes it to a starter motor without the strength to engage or a battery that does not give it enough power. If the engine starts and then a metallic knocking sounds, RACE links it to play between moving parts or a slack timing chain knocking against the cover.^{[2][3][4][10]}

You only hear the starter motor spinning, without the usual knock

RACE explains that the normal clicking is the pinion coming out after the solenoid acts. If you only hear the starter motor spinning without that clicking, the problem is in the solenoid; the usual remedy is to replace the starter motor and solenoid assembly, because they form a compact unit.^[9]

What to check first

Pay attention to when it sounds: when turning the key (points to the battery or starter motor), straight after starting with the engine already running (timing, tappets or belt) or continuously. Note whether it disappears within a few seconds or when the engine is warm.^[2][4][5]
If it goes a fast clack clack and the engine does not turn or turns weakly, check the battery (Autopista advises replacing one that is more than four years old) and press the clutch when starting to reduce the load on the starter motor.^[4][8]
Look at the auxiliary belt with the naked eye: cracks or fraying are signs of wear. A squeal indicates that it is slipping or that an idler or the tensioner is failing.^[1][6]
Check the oil level and use the one the manufacturer recommends, respecting the change intervals: with little oil or badly degraded oil, play appears quickly.^[3][8]
If the metallic knocking lasts more than a few seconds or recurs every morning, ask for the chain and its tensioner and the condition of the tappets to be checked. Do not wait for a warning light to come on: RACE warns that excessive rattling may not light any.^[3][5][10]
Record a video of the noise with the engine cold and describe to the mechanic when it appears and how long it lasts.

Can I keep driving?

Urgency: Garage soon

It depends on the noise. With a belt squeal, RACE says that if the belt is still in place and the journey is short, you can reach a garage; if it breaks, you lose power steering, air conditioning and the alternator and the engine may overheat (Diariomotor), and RACE puts the fault it can cause at around €1,500. A clack-clack when turning the key points to the battery or starter motor: it can leave you stranded, and bump-starting with a badly worn timing belt can break it (RACE). A metallic knocking that lasts more than a few seconds is the most serious: RACE advises stopping the car as soon as possible, even if no warning light appears, and warns that a broken chain causes serious damage.^{[1][2][3][6][10]}

How much it costs to fix

Indicative prices published by the sources cited; they depend on the car and the garage.

Repair	Price
Replacing the drive or auxiliary belt (according to RACE, including labour)^[1]	€100
Replacing the starter motor (RACE range; varies depending on where it is fitted)^[2]	€300 – €600
Starter solenoid (part only, according to RACE; the usual remedy is to replace the assembly with the starter motor)^[9]	€20 – €60
Fault that a broken drive belt can cause (approximate RACE figure; it is not the cost of replacing the belt)^[1]	€1,500

Documented faults that cause it

Specific engine and gearbox faults, from most to least important (severity × frequency). Below each title, how the symptom shows up in that fault.

- Critical severityFrequency: Very frequent1.5 BlueHDiWear and breakage of the 7 mm chain between the camshaftsMetallic noise or rattle from the top of the engine, clearer at start-up or at low revs.Repair (garage): €730–€820
Source for the symptom in the 1.5 BlueHDi^[11][12]
- Critical severityFrequency: Very frequent1.2 and 1.4 TSITiming chain stretch and tensioner failure (EA111)Rattling or metallic scraping during the first few seconds after a cold start, which settles down as oil pressure rises.Repair (garage): €700–€1,400Appears at around 30,000 km
Source for the symptom in the 1.2 and 1.4 TSI^[13][14]
- Critical severityFrequency: Very frequentOM651Timing chain stretch and tensioner failureA metallic rattle or clatter on a cold start that fades after a few seconds; according to several sources, it is the first warning sign.Repair (garage): €2,000–€3,500Appears at around 120,000 km
Source for the symptom in the OM651^[15][16][17]
- Critical severityFrequency: Very frequent2.0 Ingenium diéselTiming chain stretchMetallic rattling or clattering in the first few seconds after a cold start: this is the warning sign cited both by owner reports and by a German technical guide specialising in this engine.Repair (garage): €4,000–€7,000Appears at around 90,000 km
Source for the symptom in the 2.0 Ingenium diésel^[18][19]
- Critical severityFrequency: Common1.3 MultijetTiming chain stretch and tensioner failureMetallic rattling on a cold start, which gets worse as the tensioner loses its ability to keep the chain tight.Repair (garage): €350–€550Appears at around 70,000 km
Source for the symptom in the 1.3 Multijet^[20][21]
- Critical severityFrequency: CommonBMW N13Timing chain and tensioner wearMetallic rattle in the first seconds after a cold start, typical of a worn chain or tensioner.
Source for the symptom in the BMW N13^[22]
- Critical severityFrequency: CommonBMW N20Timing chain guide and tensioner wear (2011-2015)Metallic rattle in the first few seconds after a cold start, typical of a worn guide or tensioner.Appears at around 129,000 km
Source for the symptom in the BMW N20^[23]
- Critical severityFrequency: CommonBMW N43/N46Wear and breakage of the timing chain guidesMetallic rattle on a cold start and on load changes, a sign that the guide or tensioner has lost its geometry.
Source for the symptom in the BMW N43/N46^[24][25][26]
- Critical severityFrequency: CommonBMW N57Rear timing chain wearA brief metallic rattle in the first seconds after a cold start, the same type of warning as on the N47.
Source for the symptom in the BMW N57^[27]
- Critical severityFrequency: Common2.3 MZR DISI TurboTiming chain stretch and VVT actuator failure on the 2.3 DISI TurboA metallic rattle or clatter on a cold start, which Totalrenting identifies as a typical symptom of a stretched chain.Appears at around 100,000 km
Source for the symptom in the 2.3 MZR DISI Turbo^[28]
- Critical severityFrequency: CommonMZR-CDTiming chain stretch on the 2.2 MZR-CDA metallic rattle on a cold start, which gebrauchtwagenberater.de describes as a warning that the chain has lengthened, is usually the first sign.
Source for the symptom in the MZR-CD^[29]
- Critical severityFrequency: CommonM271Timing chain stretch and wear of the camshaft sprocketsMetallic rattle on a cold start, typical of a chain that has started to stretch.
Source for the symptom in the M271^[30]
- Critical severityFrequency: CommonM272/M273Wear of the balance shaft gear and the timing sprocketsMetallic rattle on start-up from the timing side, in the most advanced units.
Source for the symptom in the M272/M273^[31][32]
- Critical severityFrequency: Common2.5 dCi YD25Timing chain wear and failureA rattle or jingle under the bonnet, especially on start-up.Appears at around 100,000 km
Source for the symptom in the 2.5 dCi YD25^[33][34]
- Critical severityFrequency: Common1.0/1.2/1.4 EcotecTiming chain stretch and breakageMetallic rattling from the chain, especially in the first few seconds after a cold start, when the tensioner no longer maintains the correct tension.Repair (garage): €900–€1,400Appears at around 70,000 km
Source for the symptom in the 1.0/1.2/1.4 Ecotec^[35][36]
- Critical severityFrequency: Common1.6 THPTiming chain and tensioner stretch (turbo versions, before 2012)Metallic rattle in the first seconds after a cold start, typical of a worn chain or tensioner.
Source for the symptom in the 1.6 THP^[35]
- Critical severityFrequency: Common1.2 12VTiming chain stretch and tensioner wearMetallic noise or rattle from the chain, especially on a cold start or when lifting off the accelerator, as Gebrauchtwagenberater.de describes for the Volkswagen Polo IV.Appears at around 87,000 km
Source for the symptom in the 1.2 12V^[37]
- Critical severityFrequency: Occasional2.0 TSI / TFSITiming chain and tensioner wearMetallic rattling during the first few seconds after a cold start, which fades as oil pressure rises.
Source for the symptom in the 2.0 TSI / TFSI^[38]
- Critical severityFrequency: Occasional1.6 and 2.0 MultiJet IIEarly tensioner wear and risk of timing belt failureA flapping or rubbing noise on cold start when the tensioner begins to lose pressure.Repair (garage): €420–€550Appears at around 90,000 km
Source for the symptom in the 1.6 and 2.0 MultiJet II^[39]
- Critical severityFrequency: Occasional2.2 / 2.4 / 3.2 TDCi (Puma)Oil pump failure on the Ranger's 2.2 TDCiPronounced rattle on start-up, described by AutoTrader as a warning sign of the oil pump chain.Appears at around 80,000 km
Source for the symptom in the 2.2 / 2.4 / 3.2 TDCi (Puma)^[40]
- Critical severityFrequency: OccasionalOM642Rear timing chain wear and tensioner failureMetallic scraping or rattling noise when cold, near the gearbox, as the engine starts.Repair (garage): €3,500–€5,000Appears at around 300,000 km
Source for the symptom in the OM642^[41]
- Critical severityFrequency: Occasional1.4/1.6 VTiWear of the timing chain and tensionerMetallic rattle in the first few seconds after a cold start, typical of a worn chain or tensioner.
Source for the symptom in the 1.4/1.6 VTi^[22]
- Critical severityFrequency: Occasional0.9 TCeTiming chain or tensioner failureMetallic noise on cold start, linked by the source to the timing drive, the lambda sensor or the phaser (dephaseur).
Source for the symptom in the 0.9 TCe^[42][43]
- Critical severityFrequency: Occasional2.0 dCiTiming chain wear or breakageMetallic rattle for the first few seconds after a cold start, typical of a chain that has lost tension.
Source for the symptom in the 2.0 dCi^[44]
- High severityFrequency: OccasionalBMW B47Timing chain wear (improved, but is it really at the front?)Metallic rattling in the first seconds after a cold start, the same type of warning as on the N47 although much less common.
Source for the symptom in the BMW B47^[45]
- High severityFrequency: Occasional1.6 CDTINoise and early wear of the timing chain and its tensionerHeavy metallic rattle on a cold start; in the Mokka X case it forced replacement of the chain tensioner at only 9,200 km.
Source for the symptom in the 1.6 CDTI^[46]
- Medium severityFrequency: CommonBMW N47Dual-mass flywheel wear (manual gearbox versions)A metallic "clack-clack" rattle at idle or when starting and stopping the engine.Appears at around 150,000 km
Source for the symptom in the BMW N47^[47]
- Medium severityFrequency: CommonBMW M47Dual-mass flywheel wear (manual gearbox versions)A metallic "clack-clack" rattle at idle or when starting and stopping the engine.Appears at around 150,000 km
Source for the symptom in the BMW M47^[47]
- Medium severityFrequency: CommonBMW M54Cracked crankcase ventilation valve (CCV) and oil consumptionBluish smoke on start-up, unstable idle and sucking noises in the intake (a symptom of vacuum leaks from the breather hoses).Appears at around 96,000 km
Source for the symptom in the BMW M54^[48]
- Critical severityFrequency: Rare2.2/2.5 dCiTiming chain wearA metallic rattle on a cold start, typical of a chain that has lost tension, although it is a poorly documented symptom in the reports consulted for this particular engine.
Source for the symptom in the 2.2/2.5 dCi^[49]
- Medium severityFrequency: OccasionalBMW M54Worn VANOS O-ringsRough idle and a rattling noise on a cold start.Appears at around 129,000 km
Source for the symptom in the BMW M54^[50][51]
- Medium severityFrequency: Occasional1.25/1.4/1.6 Ti-VCTTi-VCT actuator or solenoid valve failure on the early unitsMetallic rattle around the timing area, especially on start-up, when the actuator fails to lock the camshaft phase.
Source for the symptom in the 1.25/1.4/1.6 Ti-VCT^[52]
- Medium severityFrequency: Occasional1.6 DIG-TTiming chain wear and noiseA rattle or metallic clatter on cold start that fades as the engine warms up, typical of a chain with slack.
Source for the symptom in the 1.6 DIG-T^[53][54]
- Medium severityFrequency: Occasional2.0 16v F4R and F4RTFaulty camshaft variable valve timing pulleyNoise from the timing area on starting or with the engine warm.
Source for the symptom in the 2.0 16v F4R and F4RT^[55]
- Medium severityFrequency: Occasional1.4 and 1.6 16vVariable valve timing unit failure (dephaser pulley)Metallic knocking or "claquement" around the timing area on start-up, described by the sources as linked to the variable valve timing unit's pulley.
Source for the symptom in the 1.4 and 1.6 16v^[56]
- High severityFrequency: RareBMW B48 / B38Timing chain on the early units (2014-2018), redesigned in the B48TUOn any engine with a timing chain, a metallic rattle in the first seconds after a cold start is the classic warning sign; we have found no documented cases of this symptom reported specifically for the B48.
Source for the symptom in the BMW B48 / B38^[57]
- High severityFrequency: RareBMW B57Timing chain wear on the gearbox sideA brief metallic rattle after a cold start.
Source for the symptom in the BMW B57^[58]
- Low severityFrequency: Rare1.2 8v FireTiming belt: preventive replacement, no documented breakage patternMetallic timing noise on start-up if the belt or tensioner is badly worn; this is not a symptom the sources describe as common on this engine.
Source for the symptom in the 1.2 8v Fire^[59][60][61]
- Low severityFrequency: Rare1.0 SCe (B4D)Chain-driven timing: no documented pattern of faultsMetallic timing noise on starting; it is not a symptom that the sources consulted describe as usual on this engine.
Source for the symptom in the 1.0 SCe (B4D)^[62][63][64]
- Low severityFrequency: Rare1.0 MPITiming belt with no fixed replacement intervalMetallic timing noise on starting; it is not a symptom that the sources we consulted describe as typical of this engine.
Source for the symptom in the 1.0 MPI^{[65][66][67][68][69]}

Faults elsewhere in the car that cause it

Suspension, brake, electronics and other faults on specific cars, from most to least important.

- High severityFrequency: CommonOpel Zafira ASeized rear brakes and brake pipe corrosionRubbing or a metallic squeal from a rear wheel, or the car taking more effort than normal to pull away because of a brake that does not fully release.
Source for the symptom in the Opel Zafira A^[70]
- Medium severityFrequency: CommonHyundai Santa Fe IIPremature wear of the clutch and dual-mass flywheelClutch that slips or a pedal with an abnormal feel; with the dual-mass flywheel, vibrations and noises when starting or stopping the engine.
Source for the symptom in the Hyundai Santa Fe II^[71]
- High severityFrequency: OccasionalMercedes-Benz GLA X156Rear differential noise and vibrations on the all-wheel-drive GLAVibrations when pulling away, dull noises from the rear or loss of drive.
Source for the symptom in the Mercedes-Benz GLA X156^[72]
- Medium severityFrequency: OccasionalFord S-Max IDual-mass flywheel failure and clutch wear on the diesel S-MaxVibrations when pulling away, metallic noises at idle and jerking when changing gear (general description from the mechanic cited).
Source for the symptom in the Ford S-Max I^[73][74]
- Medium severityFrequency: OccasionalMercedes-Benz Clase B W246Premature clutch and dual-mass flywheel wear on manual diesel versionsVibrations and metallic noises from the clutch area, especially when pulling away or at low revs.
Source for the symptom in the Mercedes-Benz Clase B W246^[75]
- Medium severityFrequency: OccasionalŠkoda Octavia IIIDual-mass flywheel and clutch wear on manual dieselsRattling or metallic knocking noise on a cold start or when pressing the clutch.Repair (garage): €700–€900
Source for the symptom in the Škoda Octavia III^[76]
- Medium severityFrequency: RarePeugeot Partner IIIClutch judder and cracked flywheelClutch judder and rattling when pulling away, with squealing.
Source for the symptom in the Peugeot Partner III^[77][78]

Which cars it appears in

These faults affect 39 engines. We have documented 251 models from 28 makes with some of the affected versions: open yours to see all its faults.

Engines

Cars with the affected versions

Alfa Romeo

Audi

Dacia

DS

Fiat

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Ford

Infiniti

Jaguar

Jeep

Lancia

Land Rover

Mazda

Mercedes-Benz

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MINI

Nissan

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Opel

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Peugeot

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Renault

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Seat

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Škoda

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Smart

Suzuki

Toyota

Toyota ProAce CityEngine: 1.5 BlueHDiYears: 2019–2023

Volkswagen

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Noise on start-up: causes in your car

255 cars have several documented faults that cause this symptom. Choose yours to see only those that affect it, by engine and by year.

Alfa Romeo 3

Audi 7

BMW 37

Chevrolet 1

Chevrolet Aveo II

Chrysler 1

Chrysler 300C

Citroën 13

Dacia 2

DS 5

Fiat 13

Ford 5

Hyundai 1

Hyundai Santa Fe II

Infiniti 2

Jaguar 4

Jeep 3

Lancia 3

Land Rover 7

Mazda 5

Mercedes-Benz 27

MINI 6

Nissan 13

Opel 23

Peugeot 16

Renault 17

Seat 9

Škoda 10

Smart 2

Suzuki 4

Toyota 1

Toyota ProAce City

Volkswagen 15

Noise on start-up by brand

Frequently asked questions

Is it normal for the car to make a noise when starting cold?

A very brief rattle can be: according to Wikipedia, on engines with hydraulic tappets the valve train can rattle loudly on starting because the oil drains away while the car is standing, and it is not a problem if it lasts one or two seconds and disappears within a couple of minutes. Excessive rattling or rattling that persists indicates play between parts, and RACE advises stopping the car as soon as possible.^[3][5]

Why does it go clack clack when I turn the key and not start?

According to RACE, the starter motor receives some power from the battery but not enough to turn the engine, or the Bendix drive tries to engage without enough force. In both cases it is best to check the battery first and then the starter motor.^[2][4]

Why does the car squeal when starting?

The squeal usually comes from the auxiliary belt. Diariomotor interprets it as a sign that it is slipping and RACE associates it with a worn idler or tensioner, which wear the belt. It should be checked before it breaks.^[1][6]

What happens if the timing chain or belt breaks?

According to RACE, if it breaks with the car running, timing is lost and the valves and pistons collide; the engine makes a loud noise, stalls and the warning lights come on. It is possibly one of the most expensive repairs there is.^[10]

How much does it cost to fix a noise on starting?

It depends on the origin. According to RACE, replacing the drive belt costs around €100 including labour, replacing a starter motor between €300 and €600, and the solenoid, part only, between €20 and €60. We have not found published figures for the chain or the tappets.^[1][2][9]

Can you bump-start the car if the starter motor fails?

RACE says it is possible in second gear, but warns that a badly worn timing belt may not withstand the initial shock, whereas the starter motor acts more gently.^[2]

Other symptoms: noises

All symptoms

Sources

Every fact on this page links to its source. If you find an error, let us know.

La correa de servicio del coche: ¿qué es y para qué sirve?RACE · Motoring press · published 31 March 2022 · consulted 4 October 2026 · in Spanish
Fallos en el motor de arranque: averías y síntomasRACE · Motoring press · published 24 March 2022 · consulted 4 October 2026 · in Spanish
¿El motor diésel de tu coche emite un ruido y un traqueteo?RACE · Motoring press · published 22 June 2023 · consulted 4 October 2026 · in Spanish
¿Tu coche no arranca? Te contamos cuáles son las causas más comunesRACE · Motoring press · published 23 May 2023 · consulted 4 October 2026 · in Spanish
Hydraulic tappetWikipedia · Other source · consulted 4 October 2026
Qué es la correa de servicio o accesorios, en qué se diferencia de la de distribución y cómo controla todos los sistemas eléctricosDiariomotor · Motoring press · consulted 4 October 2026 · in Spanish
Síntomas de un alternador en mal estado: cómo detectar esta averíaRACE · Motoring press · published 29 September 2026 · consulted 4 October 2026 · in Spanish
Arranque en frío: ¿cómo hacerlo sin que sufra el motor y se produzca una avería?Autopista · Motoring press · published 24 July 2025 · consulted 4 October 2026 · in Spanish
¿Qué es un solenoide de arranque?RACE · Motoring press · published 7 September 2022 · consulted 4 October 2026 · in Spanish
Cadena de distribución del coche: ¿qué es, cada cuánto se cambia y cuál es su precio?RACE · Motoring press · published 19 October 2022 · consulted 4 October 2026 · in Spanish
Cobertura especial para los 1.5 BlueHDi del Grupo Stellantiscoches.net · Motoring press · published 3 July 2025 · consulted 26 September 2026 · in Spanish
Stellantis llama a revisión al motor diésel 1.5 BlueHDi: ¿cuál es el problema y cuál la solución?coches.com · Motoring press · published 28 July 2025 · consulted 26 September 2026 · in Spanish
Bei älteren VW 1.2 TSi-Motoren: Gefahr einer Längung der Steuerkettefebi bilstein (blog técnico) · Technical documentation · published 28 January 2022 · consulted 26 September 2026 · in German
Problema en la distribución en motores TSi del Grupo VAGBlog Mecánicos · Other source · published 13 February 2014 · consulted 26 September 2026 · in Spanish
Mercedes OM651 : injecteurs, chaîne, fiabilitéAutoCopilot · Motoring press · published 2026 · consulted 26 September 2026 · in French
Mercedes W447: Vito & V-Klasse – Motoren und ProblemeKFZ Dietrich · Motoring press · consulted 26 September 2026 · in German
Mercedes OM651: Typische Probleme und HaltbarkeitGebrauchtwagenberater · Motoring press · consulted 26 September 2026 · in German
Jaguar F-Pace (X761) – Typische Probleme & SchwachstellenGebrauchtwagenberater.de · Motoring press · published 27 March 2024 · consulted 27 September 2026 · in German
Jaguar XE – Bekannte Probleme, Schwachstellen & RückrufeGebrauchtwagenberater.de · Motoring press · published 5 September 2022 · consulted 27 September 2026 · in German
Quando sostituire la catena di distribuzione sul 1.3 Multijet: riconoscere i sintomiRettifica Pompeo · Technical documentation · consulted 26 September 2026 · in Italian
Fiat 1.3 JTD/Multijet: corrente folgada e entupimento dos canais de lubrificaçãoProvmec · Technical documentation · consulted 26 September 2026 · in Portuguese
Tickende Zeitbombe: So zuverlässig ist der Prince-Motor von PSA und BMWGebrauchtwagenberater.de · Motoring press · published 13 March 2026 · consulted 27 September 2026 · in German
BMW N20 Engine: Pros, Cons, Reliability, Tuning, and Maintenance GuideBMW BLOG · Motoring press · published 8 June 2025 · consulted 27 September 2026
BMW N43: Bei diesem Benziner ist Ärger vorprogrammiertGebrauchtwagenberater · Motoring press · consulted 27 September 2026 · in German
BMW N46: Typische Probleme & HaltbarkeitGebrauchtwagenberater · Motoring press · consulted 27 September 2026 · in German
BMW X1 E84 – Bekannte Probleme & SchwachstellenGebrauchtwagenberater · Motoring press · published 9 May 2023 · consulted 27 September 2026 · in German
Motor BMW N57 - Reparación EspecializadaDasercars · Technical documentation · consulted 27 September 2026 · in Spanish
Problemas Mazda CX-7Totalrenting · Other source · consulted 5 October 2026 · in Spanish
Mazda 6 II: Bekannte Probleme und Schwachstellengebrauchtwagenberater.de · Motoring press · consulted 27 September 2026 · in German
Mercedes M271: Typische Probleme und HaltbarkeitGebrauchtwagenberater · Motoring press · consulted 27 September 2026 · in German
Die M272 V6 Motorisierung von Mercedes will gepflegt werdenMBpassion · Motoring press · consulted 5 October 2026 · in German
Der Mercedes M273 Motor: Technische Daten, Probleme, Haltbarkeitcarwiki.de · Technical documentation · consulted 5 October 2026 · in German
Tips for buying a second-hand pickup: Nissan NavaraFarmers Weekly Interactive · Motoring press · consulted 5 October 2026
YD25 Engine Guide: Specs, Reliability, Problems & Buying TipsAutopartswd · Technical documentation · consulted 5 October 2026
Distribution : les moteurs à problèmesFiches-auto.fr · Motoring press · consulted 27 September 2026 · in French
Opel Corsa C/D/E: Schwachstellen & KaufberatungGebrauchtwagenberater.de · Motoring press · consulted 27 September 2026 · in German
VW Polo 4 (9N): Typische Probleme & SchwachstellenGebrauchtwagenberater.de · Motoring press · consulted 27 September 2026 · in German
Fiabilité Volkswagen (datos de propietarios por modelo)fiches-auto.fr · Reliability study · consulted 26 September 2026 · in French
Fiat Tipo: problemas, fallos y averías más frecuentesTotalrenting · Other source · consulted 27 September 2026 · in Spanish
Ford Ranger buyer's guide (2011-2022)AutoTrader South Africa · Motoring press · consulted 5 October 2026
Mercedes OM642 : fiabilité, pannes fréquentes et coûts d'entretienAutoCopilot · Motoring press · published 2026 · consulted 26 September 2026 · in French
Fiabilité des 0.9 TCeFiches-auto.fr · Motoring press · consulted 27 September 2026 · in French
Fiabilité et pannes de la Renault Clio 4Fiches-auto.fr · Motoring press · consulted 27 September 2026 · in French
Fiabilité Renault Laguna 3 : pannes et avisFiches-auto.fr · Motoring press · consulted 27 September 2026 · in French
Motor BMW B47: problemas, modelos y qué revisarCarexam · Motoring press · consulted 26 September 2026 · in Spanish
Fiabilité Opel Mokka X - avis et pannes des propriétairesFiches-auto.fr · Owners' forum · consulted 27 September 2026 · in French
Dual-mass flywheel BMW: symptoms, failures and when to replace itRecambios y Accesorios BMW · Technical documentation · consulted 26 September 2026
BMW M54 reliabilityAutoscore · Other source · consulted 5 October 2026
Fiabilité Nissan X-Trail : pannes et avisFiches-auto.fr · Motoring press · consulted 27 September 2026 · in French
M54 Engine ProblemsBMW Tuning · Technical documentation · consulted 5 October 2026
BMW M54 Engine Guide: Reliability, Common Problems & Tuning PotentialEuro Premium Parts · Technical documentation · consulted 5 October 2026
Ford Focus Mk2: Probleme und SchwachstellenGebrauchtwagenberater · Motoring press · consulted 27 September 2026 · in German
Avis moteur Nissan Qashqai 2 1.6 163 chFiches-auto.fr · Owners' forum · consulted 27 September 2026 · in French
Avis moteur Nissan Juke 1.6 Turbo 190 chFiches-auto.fr · Owners' forum · consulted 27 September 2026 · in French
Fiabilité occasion Renault Mégane II (2002-2009)CarVerif · Other source · consulted 5 October 2026 · in French
Fiabilité et pannes de la Renault Clio 3Fiches-auto.fr · Motoring press · consulted 27 September 2026 · in French
BMW B48Wikipedia (inglés) · Other source · consulted 27 September 2026
Motor BMW B57: fiabilidad y averíasDasercars · Motoring press · consulted 4 October 2026 · in Spanish
Fiabilité et pannes de la Fiat Panda (2003-2012)Fiches-auto.fr · Motoring press · consulted 27 September 2026 · in French
Fiabilité et pannes de la Fiat Panda (depuis 2012)Fiches-auto.fr · Motoring press · consulted 27 September 2026 · in French
Fiabilité et pannes de la Fiat 500Fiches-auto.fr · Motoring press · consulted 27 September 2026 · in French
Fiabilité et pannes de la Dacia Sandero 2Fiches-auto.fr · Motoring press · consulted 27 September 2026 · in French
Fiabilité et pannes du Dacia Logan 2Fiches-auto.fr · Motoring press · consulted 27 September 2026 · in French
Fiabilité et pannes de la Renault Twingo 3Fiches-auto.fr · Motoring press · consulted 27 September 2026 · in French
Fiabilité et pannes de la Volkswagen UpFiches-auto.fr · Motoring press · consulted 27 September 2026 · in French
Fiabilité et pannes de la Seat MiiFiches-auto.fr · Motoring press · consulted 27 September 2026 · in French
Fiabilité et pannes de la Seat Ibiza (2017-)Fiches-auto.fr · Motoring press · consulted 27 September 2026 · in French
Fiabilité et pannes de la Skoda CitigoFiches-auto.fr · Motoring press · consulted 27 September 2026 · in French
Fiabilité et pannes de la Skoda Fabia 3Fiches-auto.fr · Motoring press · consulted 27 September 2026 · in French
Fiabilité Opel Zafira (1999-2005) - pannes et problèmes recensésFiches-auto.fr · Owners' forum · consulted 27 September 2026 · in French
Tous les problèmes sur Hyundai Santa Fe 2 2006-2012 (209 témoignages)fiches-auto.fr · Other source · consulted 5 October 2026 · in French
Fiabilité Mercedes GLA 2013-2019 (116 témoignages)fiches-auto.fr · Other source · consulted 5 October 2026 · in French
Fiabilité Ford S-Max (2006-2014): 204 témoignagesfiches-auto.fr · Other source · consulted 4 October 2026 · in French
Juan José, mecánico: si te toca cambiar un embrague bimasa, te va a tocar pagar un dineralEl Nacional · General press · consulted 4 October 2026 · in Spanish
Fiabilité Mercedes Classe B (2012-2018) : pannes recensées et avis propriétairesFiches-Auto.fr · Motoring press · consulted 27 September 2026 · in French
Skoda Octavia Problemas | Fallos y averías más frecuentesTotal Renting · Other source · consulted 26 September 2026 · in Spanish
Peugeot Rifter 2019: tous les problèmes (71 témoignages)fiches-auto.fr · Other source · consulted 5 October 2026 · in French
Citroën Berlingo 3 2018: tous les problèmes (39 témoignages)fiches-auto.fr · Other source · consulted 5 October 2026 · in French

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