problem: R18 high pitch sound gasing at low rpms

hdu · 10-25-2007, 07:04 AM

I been having this problem for about 2weeks now. The problem is that every time I started up/drive when the engine is just warming up theres this high pitch sound come from the engine bay AND it ONLY HAPPEN when I give it some gas(1-3k rpm) but I can hear engine go into the higher pitch after starting. It seems to go away after a couple of miles. I don't think the weather is a factor because the weather is at constant 85-89F year around.

Is this normal? Should I take it to the dealer? Are they going to charge me for looking at this problem or is it cover? I have the 7year/100k platinum plan if that helps.

Thanks

sk33ny · 10-25-2007, 07:16 AM

Im assuming you dont have any aftermarket parts? If so, take it to your local dealership and keep us posted.

Remember, they will ask you to try and duplicate the sound. So find out exactly how to replicate it before hand.

Good luck!

Ryan T · 10-25-2007, 08:23 AM

I found that the stock intake whistles a little bit . . . I think it's the resonator. Since I changed my intake piping, I haven't heard it.

**wing_gundam** · 10-25-2007, 09:10 AM

is it the sound that an old car makes? i mean that's not very helpful, but if you think of like a 10 yr old car or so that makes a high pitched whirring sound or something as it drives?

hdu · 10-25-2007, 07:25 PM

I think its the power steering pump or the pully because I can hear the engine in the background and the sound get worst when I turn my steering wheels. It a high pitch buzzing sound I'll try get a sound clip. Here the problem for me the sound only happen when the engine is warming up so by the time I get to my dealer the sound is gone.

hdu · 10-27-2007, 12:16 AM

Just got back from the dealer they said all the problem was cause by a faulty power steering unit and will be replace under warrenty. weird thing is that I check my fluid yesterday and it was fine.

07civicex · 10-27-2007, 01:29 AM

what years is your civic and how many miles?

06CivEXJon · 10-27-2007, 03:06 AM

Hmm could be the stock airbox. Tightening a loose screw or removing it and checking the filter might help.

hdu · 10-27-2007, 07:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 07civicex

what years is your civic and how many miles?

07 and it has 5.5k on it

10-25-2007, 07:04 AM	#1 (permalink)
hdu Junior Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 18 iTrader: 0 / 0%	problem: R18 high pitch sound gasing at low rpms I been having this problem for about 2weeks now. The problem is that every time I started up/drive when the engine is just warming up theres this high pitch sound come from the engine bay AND it ONLY HAPPEN when I give it some gas(1-3k rpm) but I can hear engine go into the higher pitch after starting. It seems to go away after a couple of miles. I don't think the weather is a factor because the weather is at constant 85-89F year around. Is this normal? Should I take it to the dealer? Are they going to charge me for looking at this problem or is it cover? I have the 7year/100k platinum plan if that helps. Thanks

10-25-2007, 09:10 AM	#4 (permalink)
wing_gundam Smooth Moderator Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: T dot Posts: 17,849 Civic Type Stock iTrader: 9 / 100%	is it the sound that an old car makes? i mean that's not very helpful, but if you think of like a 10 yr old car or so that makes a high pitched whirring sound or something as it drives? __________________ Trying to sell? Read the updated for sale forum rules here

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10-25-2007, 07:16 AM	#2 (permalink)
sk33ny Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: San Jose, CA Age: 19 Posts: 3,097 Aaron iTrader: 1 / 100%	Im assuming you dont have any aftermarket parts? If so, take it to your local dealership and keep us posted. Remember, they will ask you to try and duplicate the sound. So find out exactly how to replicate it before hand. Good luck!

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Ryan T Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: South Florida Age: 25 Posts: 303 Ryan Trevisol iTrader: 0 / 0%	I found that the stock intake whistles a little bit . . . I think it's the resonator. Since I changed my intake piping, I haven't heard it.

10-25-2007, 07:25 PM	#5 (permalink)
hdu Junior Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 18 iTrader: 0 / 0%	I think its the power steering pump or the pully because I can hear the engine in the background and the sound get worst when I turn my steering wheels. It a high pitch buzzing sound I'll try get a sound clip. Here the problem for me the sound only happen when the engine is warming up so by the time I get to my dealer the sound is gone.

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hdu Junior Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 18 iTrader: 0 / 0%	Just got back from the dealer they said all the problem was cause by a faulty power steering unit and will be replace under warrenty. weird thing is that I check my fluid yesterday and it was fine.

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07civicex Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Tri-Cities, WA Age: 25 Posts: 317 Matt iTrader: 0 / 0%	what years is your civic and how many miles?

10-27-2007, 03:06 AM	#8 (permalink)
06CivEXJon Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Monument/Colorado Springs Colorado Posts: 4,600 Jon iTrader: 0 / 0%	Hmm could be the stock airbox. Tightening a loose screw or removing it and checking the filter might help.