[Iluv2zmzm]

I started to notice a cranking sound when i accelerate from a stop or slow down and it is pretty loud, sounds like it comes from the rear of the car, i am thinking something with the transmission? I hope i am not looking at some major repair bill here because i cant afford that right now.. I also heard it this morn when i put my car in gear from P to D.. any ideas??

2004 3.0L V6 ATX

 

[karlt10]

I started to notice a cranking sound when i accelerate from a stop or slow down and it is pretty loud, sounds like it comes from the rear of the car, i am thinking something with the transmission? I hope i am not looking at some major repair bill here because i cant afford that right now.. I also heard it this morn when i put my car in gear from P to D.. any ideas??

2004 3.0L V6 ATX

How is it you think a noise coming from the rear of your front wheel drive car is caused by the transmission?


If the miles are up there, you could have a trashed motor mount. One way to tell is have someone rev the motor -while in park- while you watch under the hood to see how much the engine rocks.

 

[iglesias408]

2006 m6 v6

How is it you think a noise coming from the rear of your front wheel drive car is caused by the transmission?


If the miles are up there, you could have a trashed motor mount. One way to tell is have someone rev the motor -while in park- while you watch under the hood to see how much the engine rocks.

I have something similar, but I know it's in front of the car. I'm always up to date with my maintenance. I hear a cranking or clicking noise, but I could hear it when i'm in low speed. Mostly when I'm in a parking lot or a neighborhood. Also, it's in correlation when I've been driving for awhile like 30 minutes +. I've taken it to the mechanic and dealership, but they do not see a problem. I'm still trying to investigate the problem.

 

[beard0350]

I'm experiencing something similar to iglesias408. Mines an 05 6s MTX and the best description i have is the clicking but not like a cv axle clicking. at low speed going through my development complex and parking lots, while turning or not. sounds more like some ones cat got wrapped around the passenger side half shaft and its bouncing off the control arms. I looked everywhere under there and nothing seems wrong. I'm just going to keeping poking around till i find something that doesnt seem right. It may not be just an ATX problem. I think i'm going to look into the Halfshafts and carrier bearing. I also know my Torque mount is broken so i'll check that stuff when i replace it, hopefully its just the broken mount, I'll post something if i make any progress on it.

 

[iglesias408]

I'm experiencing something similar to iglesias408. Mines an 05 6s MTX and the best description i have is the clicking but not like a cv axle clicking. at low speed going through my development complex and parking lots, while turning or not. sounds more like some ones cat got wrapped around the passenger side half shaft and its bouncing off the control arms. I looked everywhere under there and nothing seems wrong. I'm just going to keeping poking around till i find something that doesnt seem right. It may not be just an ATX problem. I think i'm going to look into the Halfshafts and carrier bearing. I also know my Torque mount is broken so i'll check that stuff when i replace it, hopefully its just the broken mount, I'll post something if i make any progress on it.

Yes please do update. I don't know a lot about cars, but I know it does not seem normal. I am, however, having an ATX problem. In 5th gear and sometimes 6th, the gears are slipping only when I step on the gas more. I have to let go of the gas in order for it to go back to normal. I'm not too sure if the clicking sounds is in correlation, but I'm having Mazda take a look at this also. Mazda is saying there's a problem with the control valve body which costs an exhorbant amount of money about $2k. Also, i'm trying to have them cover the costs because it seems to be a defective part. I only have 80k on this car and I don't drive it hard. Do you know of any problem like this?

 

[beard0350]

I dont know much about it except other people also have the same problem. Sounds like a valve in the valve body is sticking to me. I remember when Valve bodies were simple, i dont know but they may have a solenoid thats acting up on that valve body also but they are usually external anymore. i've never actually taken one off our 6's but ive done my fair share of valve bodies and they arent difficult to install. I'f their killing you on the cost of the part try to find your own re-man vb. I just Googled remanufactured valve bodies and got a list of places that re-man them.

 

[karlt10]

I'd try LubeGard's cleaner (or whatever they call it) first. Email them and ask if it is ok to use with whatever fluid is listed on your tranny dipstick.

 

[iglesias408]

I'd try LubeGard's cleaner (or whatever they call it) first. Email them and ask if it is ok to use with whatever fluid is listed on your tranny dipstick.

What is LubeGard's cleaner supposed to do? Will this solve my tranny issue or that weird clicking noise?

 

[karlt10]

Their tranny flush can loosen sticking components. No, you don't need to remove the tranny or completely remove the tranny flush; as noted, it does not cheat by using solvents.

LUBEGARD Transmission Flush

When you add new fluid, I'd seriously consider their (red) protectant. I did so before I first changed fluid and it definitely made a difference in how smoothly the tranny worked, especially when up to temp.
LUBEGARD Automatic Transmission Fluid Protectant

Double-check the fluid compatibility with your car, but there is no reason their products shouldn't be fine with your fluid.



I'm not a big proponent of doctoring or covering-up things with additives, but considering the alternatives, and their costs or consequences, I would trust trying something like LubeGard's products; they have a helluva reputation with professionals. If your tranny is already screwed-up, well, it's screwed-up. But if spending $30-40 for a simple, 2-step fix may correct a minor issue, I'd go for it.

 

[Iluv2zmzm]

How is it you think a noise coming from the rear of your front wheel drive car is caused by the transmission?

typical DB remark and perfect example of why i dont come on here like i use too.

i said it sounded like it came from the rear, i didnt say it did and i mentioned the transmission because i said i heard it when i went from P to D ok boss... its hard to pinpoint the sound sometimes when driving in the car ok but probably not for you cause you are perfect...

such a waste of time to even come on here...

 

[wrsnycc]

Have all th coils for the spark plugs change and also change spark plug . problem solve!!!

 

[guitarrocker98]

Try your wheel shoot I forgot the name of them.

 

[guitarrocker98]

OOOOOO Bearings shiz. Tip of tongue. Try your wheel bearings. Sometimes when the torque hits the axle it causes that click. There could also be broken teeth in there somewhere.