knocking

i have a 1997 c180 auto, when you put it into drive but are still stationary it makes a very loud rattling noise it gets worse in reverse, when you start to drive the noise fades away...any ideas??thanks

Hi I dint no if any one could help my vito van has a knocking sound only when it's warm, if I turn it off then start it again it's ok for about 2 mins then it starts the noise again. Hope someone can help thanks

I have an 2009 w204 c200k. I am getting a tapping knocking noise during idle or when i come to a stop at traffic lights. The noise can only be heard inside of the vehicle, and mercedes said it was EGR and have replaced it and the noise is still there. The noise doesnt seem to be coomig from...

Hi I have a 2004 CLK320 Cabriolet. A few weeks ago I started to get a knocking behind the dash every time I start the car. It lasts about 30 seconds and then stops. Took it to a garage (not MB) and they said it was something to do with a heater flap not latching and because it was behind the...

Getting a slight knocking sound when I drive over broken bits of road. Like something is loose. Sounds worse funnily enough in reverse. I'll be honest I'm not well up on the steering box set up on Mercs, so not sure what to look out for. Suspension seems ok? same again though not sure what to...

Merc E50 AMG absolutely stunning , engine problem? on eBay (end time 08-Mar-11 15:07:09 GMT) so the engine sounds a bit broken, everything is fixable but how much of the components are AMG specific and how much are standard M119 parts? of course there is always the risk that when you get it...

Hi have a 220 cdi {2002 w210 model } Have a knocking noise coming from front end - especially when going over dreaded speed bumbs etc Any Advice ??

Hi, I have a 2010 E350 cdi coupe that ever since I bought it in April has pinking. I know diesels are not supposed to pink, but when accelerating hard there is a distinct sound. The dealer says the car has all the latest software updates and has now covered 6500 miles. Performance is good and...

Hi, when i start my 2003 C180 i've started to hear a knocking noise coming from behind the stereo in the centre console. It only happens 5 or 6 times a few seconds apart, and then stops and i can carry on my journey without any noise. The best way to describe the noise is similar to when the...

Hello All, What kind of electrical component sits (probably) between the bulkhead and the console, in the centre (ish), is powered up when the ignition is switched on (ie dash lights up, before the starter is turned), and can produce a knocking at around 1Hz for about a minute ...

Hi I am new to the forums, but just wanted all mb members to know i have had this knocking from the steering when i drive on rough ground and when i brake. Been to a number of garages ALL have told me something different ie the struts need replacing,steering rack need replacing, anti roll bar...

Went over speed bumps earlier (not fast) and heard very loud clunging noise/knocking from rear. Exhaust is fine, any suggestions?

Hi All Just bought a w203 220cdi (55 plate) and have noticed a knocking noise when I press hard on the accelerator. Any ideas what this could be? I love the car but am rather concerned about this knocking... Any help or advice greatly appreciated... Thanks

Hi All, I have just bought myself a 1996 C280 and am just ironing out the niggles. Front brakes have just been renewed but now have a noticable knocking from the rear when breaking. The noise seems to be happening as the wheels turn to the same point on the axle and as I slow down the noise...

I have a 2002 C270 Cdi estate which is knocking quite loudly on one cylinder.I had a new injector fitted by a local so called specialist but the knock still existed.He rekoned it was another injector but only one cylinder was knocking originally.Having lost faith in him I ordered an Injector and...

Ive got a '98 CLK 200 and when i go over even the slightest bump i get a horrible sharp knocking noise from the passenger side front wheel. I've had a quick look with the wheel off and cant see anything untoward. Are there any checks i can do to try to diagnois which part is noisy? I.e Ball...

Hi everyone, I've owned my 2002 Mercedes VITO 110CDI for a couple of years now and it has proven to be very reliable. However, I've got an issue at the moment with the vehicle making a clunking noise from the front of the car. It's not so noticeable on smooth roads but it's very pronounced on...

Good evening today i have had a strange knocking/clonking noise start, and it is coming from behinde the dash. I am sure it is in some way related to the heater fan as when it clonks, the fan definately reduces then slowly picks up again until....clonk then dips again... so on so on anybody...

Evening all . I have noticed latley that there is a knocking noise comming from the rear of the car when taking off and on gear changes , the car is a 210 manual . The noise then goes after the car has been driven for a short distance . I had a quick look under the car and i could find no...

I have just bought a 1998, W129 320 & suspect that the cats on the nearside are knocking, firstly is this typical on W129's , 2nd should they be replaced straight away if knocking & 3rd what kind of money are they to replace them. All help appreciated guy's