Nissan Almera 1.5l 2005 - Rattling noise from the gearbox area ish

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Wed 14 Oct 2015 14:58
Nissan Almera 1.5l 2005 - Rattling noise from the gearbox area ish - Chrisnicol2

Hi,

I have noticed a rattling noise when the car is in gear and driving. doesn't seem to get louder the faster I go. It started off intermitadly now is almost everytime I drive the car.

If the car is not in gear or the clutch is pushed then the noise almost goes away (sometimes can still hear it)

Anyone got any ideas on what it could be, only had the car a couple of months and after just moving house, could really not have the car go wrong?

any suggestions welcome

Chris

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Wed 14 Oct 2015 21:22
Nissan Almera 1.5l 2005 - Rattling noise from the gearbox area ish - Topdude

My guess is the exhaust. Might be missing a hanger or fixing bolt or just rusted.

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Wed 14 Oct 2015 21:23
Nissan Almera 1.5l 2005 - Rattling noise from the gearbox area ish - RobJP

It sounds to me like a clutch release bearing is failing. A mechanic at a decent garage should be able to help with diagnosing correctly. Note, decent garage does not equal main agent.

As to fix/costs, I'd seriously suggest leaving it until it fails. Which could be 2 days, 2 weeks ... or 2 years down the line.

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If you cover no more than 100 miles per day and have easy access to a charging point at home or work, then an EV is ideal for you.

Is an electric car right for me?