Odd squeak on idle.

[DanClio182]

This is my first post...
I purchased a Clio 182 6-7 months ago now and since then ive done quite alot of work fixing it up (Not personally as i wouldnt have a scooby) Ive had the PAS pump changed, Dephaser changed, Aux belt and Tensioner, and Cambelt changed.
But this strange squeak has gradually became worse and im purplexed on what it is. Its only noticeable on idle. Its not a consistant noise, sometimes its one squeak every 10 secs but other times it can be going non stop. It seems to me its worse when the weather is colder, which to me sounds like a water pump that has to work harder due to the conditions?
Thats the only thing i can think of... any help would be appreciated.
I have no idea how to tag a video of it but its on my youtube page amoungst my other videos (DanSUFC4LIFE) You have to listen closely to hear it.

 

[DanClio182]

Figured out how to do it, listen carefully.

 

[Marcos999]

Mine's also doing something like that and whines a bit. The A/C isn't working despite it being charged and I'm thinking A/C pump.

 

[DanClio182]

Im an A/C engineer and ive never known an compressor to give off a rotational squeak. Im leaning towards a bearing gone on a pulley. Im taking it to renault next week so ill keep you posted.

 

[Marcos999]

Ok. Not sure what's going on, you can hear the 'click' when you press the A/C button, had it recharged last summer but no cold air.

 

[DanClio182]

The click is the A/C starting up. Common on most cars. Sounds like to me you have lost your refrigerant again. Buy yourself a gauge, easy enough.

 

[da rok]

that does sound like a bearing or bush

 

[Marcos999]

The click is the A/C starting up. Common on most cars. Sounds like to me you have lost your refrigerant again. Buy yourself a gauge, easy enough.

I had it recharged last summer and was told it already had sufficient pressure but didn't work?

 

[mad in general]

I have had the exact same noise, It was the breather from the engine to induction pipe. Blocked and causing the oil pump stress.

New induction fitted recently?

 

[Ex-User (99307)]

Water pump.

 

[DanClio182]

Thanks for your help people, ive managed to get underneath and have a proper look. Ive found a similar post with the exact same noise with several people saying its a clutch release bearing.
Here is the other video i managed to get, whatever is spinning around is causing the noise.

 

[DanClio182]

 

[DanClio182]

Thanks for your help people, ive managed to get underneath and have a proper look. Ive found a similar post with the exact same noise with several people saying its a clutch release bearing.
Here is the other video i managed to get, whatever is spinning around is causing the noise.

Im having a problem uploading it, if you search my channel on youtube (DanSUFC4LIFE) it will be on there.

 

[DanClio182]

I have had the exact same noise, It was the breather from the engine to induction pipe. Blocked and causing the oil pump stress.

New induction fitted recently?

I have yes, but id put my money on it that it's not that. Although i have got an induction kit fitted and the breather pipe is kinked... I have a nice oil leak from somewhere aswell, think thats the rocker cover.

 

[DanClio182]

I had it recharged last summer and was told it already had sufficient pressure but didn't work?

It could be several things. Compressor, expansion valve etc. Id imagine most places would just replace the whole system. Turn your system on, open up the bonnet, you'll see your A/C pipes on the left side entering the drivers side. Set your settings to the lowest setting and give it a couple mins. Listen for the click you hear, the thicker pipe, should be cold and the thinner ambient temp. If it differs its a refrigerant problem. I.e Thicker pipe freezing up or warm. If there is no change after so long, it could be then be the compressor (pump).

 

[Marcos999]

Thanks, I'll have a look into that.

 

[DanClio182]

 

[mad in general]

I was told by a specialist on here that it was 100% release bearing. Changed the full clutch kit and the noise was still there. Pulled the filter off the top of the breather and it disappeared immediatly. Sort out the breather and I'd be shocked if the noise was still there. Better yet, block the breather while its idling and see if it gets worse.

Trust me, it's the same noise

 

[mad in general]

Here is the vid from my car

 

[DanClio182]

I was told by a specialist on here that it was 100% release bearing. Changed the full clutch kit and the noise was still there. Pulled the filter off the top of the breather and it disappeared immediatly. Sort out the breather and I'd be shocked if the noise was still there. Better yet, block the breather while its idling and see if it gets worse.

Trust me, it's the same noise

Just removed the kinked pipe. Noise gone. I have a k&n induction kit, the pipe comes off it at an angle hence it kinking. Need a braided hose. Dont suppose you know the size i would need?
Cheers!

 

[mad in general]

No problem at all mate. Personally id just leave the breather pipe disconnected from the induction pipe, block the hole in the induction pipe though.
I have left mine like this for months on end and not had any issues.

 

[madmanandy27]

No problem at all mate. Personally id just leave the breather pipe disconnected from the induction pipe, block the hole in the induction pipe though.
I have left mine like this for months on end and not had any issues.

i have the exact noise on my clio alize 1.4 2001 and i mean the noise is exactly the same could you tell me where this breather pipe is located on the engine or even better supply a pic i would really appreciate it.

 

[mad in general]

i have the exact noise on my clio alize 1.4 2001 and i mean the noise is exactly the same could you tell me where this breather pipe is located on the engine or even better supply a pic i would really appreciate it.

There should be a small diameter hose that connects to the air intake, it will be close to the throttle body. If yours is just standard then It could be blocked or squashed. Pull it off and inspect.

 

[DanClio182]

Beat me to it! Mine was just kinked, all sorted and sounds normal.
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[madmanandy27]

There should be a small diameter hose that connects to the air intake, it will be close to the throttle body. If yours is just standard then It could be blocked or squashed. Pull it off and inspect.

is this the pipe you mean under the air intake? thanks for the very fast reply very much appreciated.

 

[madmanandy27]

Beat me to it! Mine was just kinked, all sorted and sounds normal.
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thanks for the reply

 

[DanClio182]

is this the pipe you mean under the air intake? thanks for the very fast reply very much appreciated.

No, it should be between the the back of the engine bay and the engine itself.

 

[madmanandy27]

No, it should be between the the back of the engine bay and the engine itself.

thanks again for the reply have you got a picture of where this pipe is located i cant find a picture anywhere.

 

[DanClio182]

thanks again for the reply have you got a picture of where this pipe is located i cant find a picture anywhere.

Have you got an email mate?
Having problems uploading on here.

 

[madmanandy27]

Have you got an email mate?
Having problems uploading on here.

sure its rosemarykelly27@hotmail.co.uk