View Full Version : Random Honking Noise
jbullerjr
03-05-2006, 03:48 PM
First off, I love this H2, I think I will own at least one from now on.
I really can't think of any other way to describe this.
I just got my new 06 Lux, there is a noise that sounds like a small cars horn, happens under normal acceleration and varies in length. It can also do it randomly under braking, but almost always when accelerating.
I am going to take it to the dealership, but I was hoping that someone might know what this is, so I don't have to wait for them to track down the problem.
I have searched the forums using just about any combo of words I could think of, please help.
That would be the sound of the almighty Prius you just squashed. http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gif
Seriously, I have no idea. Has anything been installed by you or the dealer?
jbullerjr
03-05-2006, 04:05 PM
Only thing I have put on is 20x8.5 wheels w/325x60 BFG's
Originally posted by jbullerjr:
Only thing I have put on is 20x8.5 wheels w/325x60 BFG's Did you get an alignment?
Nevermind, that's an inside joke that with only 2 posts you won't get.
Sorry, I don't know. Maybe someone will advise you on Busy Forum Monday. http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_confused.gif
JamesT
03-06-2006, 02:25 PM
Hmmmm. maybe you should ask the voices in your head. http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gif
This sounds absolutely bizarre. How loud is it? Does it sound like your horn when you press it...you know the stock horn is pretty whimpy, like a small car's horn? Where is the sound emanating from?
Dewi2005
03-06-2006, 05:47 PM
I would suspect something loose that vibrates when the engine is under load.. possibly a harmonic of the engine load causing the vibration when de-accelerating.(sp?)
I would get it to the dealer before something gets worse.
VTSTOMPER
03-06-2006, 05:48 PM
My family had a '76 Chevy Van, and it has a loose wire - every time we hit a bump it beeped! It was funny as hell. One night it woke us all up with the horn coming on out of no where - snip - problem gone. http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif
Adam in CO
03-06-2006, 08:01 PM
I have that noise, too. I have searched high and low trying to figure out what the phuck it is. I think it's suspension related from the occurences, but I can't tell. It's more of a squeak/honk kind of sound. Maybe it's a worn out bushing somewhere.
RIC-H0
03-06-2006, 10:42 PM
Check your primary and secondary serpentine belts. The tensioner may be going out on either one of those, causing unusual wear on the belts, and causing the sound under engine rev, and deceleration.
Just an idea!
Ric-H0
jbullerjr
03-06-2006, 11:17 PM
My H2 has less than 1000 miles on it. I wouldn't think anything would be worn at this point. I do thank everyone for thier opions...keep them coming.
James
Originally posted by jbullerjr:
My H2 has less than 1000 miles on it. I wouldn't think anything would be worn at this point. I do thank everyone for thier opions...keep them coming.
James Hell, I'd take it to the dealer, get a nice loaner and let them worry about. It's still under warranty right?
Just make sure you let us know what it was. http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gif
Adam in CO
03-07-2006, 02:32 PM
Originally posted by Alec W:
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by KenP the Messiah:
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by jbullerjr:
My H2 has less than 1000 miles on it. I wouldn't think anything would be worn at this point. I do thank everyone for thier opions...keep them coming.
James Hell, I'd take it to the dealer, get a nice loaner and let them worry about. It's still under warranty right?
Just make sure you let us know what it was. http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gif </div></BLOCKQUOTE>
No way, don’t tell us anything. I want that ******* Adam to keep guessing http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gifhttp://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gifhttp://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gifhttp://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif </div></BLOCKQUOTE>
That's a private joke, a$$hole.
jbullerjr
03-07-2006, 03:29 PM
It is at the dealer now, they have never heard of anything like this either...wish me luck.
atit2d
03-24-2006, 01:03 AM
Man am I glad to hear I'm not going crazy. I hear the same sound too. If the dealer finds out what it is, I'd sure like to know.
Redstradic
03-24-2006, 01:17 AM
I have been searching with no luck as well! It does sound like a very faint horn when on the gas.
Is yours an 06?
atit2d
03-24-2006, 01:28 AM
Mine's an 06 with 2000 miles on it. Sounds to me like its coming from behind me.
Just a thought...Does your's have the DVD system in the headrest? Just had mine installed and can't remember if the sound started after the install.
Redstradic
03-24-2006, 10:49 AM
Mine does have the factory DVD system in the headrests. Ill try keeping the stereo off to see if the sound is coming from the speakers.
Ipedog
03-24-2006, 11:41 AM
x2 on the Prius http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gifhttp://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif
Seriously though...
Is it more like a whine thats engine speed based, not vehicle speed based?
If so, I'd look at the radio or DVD players. I'm no electronics expert so this is a guess, but I have heard that if the ground is not good you can get this sort of feedback.
Again this is a wild ass guess, so good luck.
Battlebugs
03-24-2006, 04:07 PM
Originally posted by jbullerjr:
First off, I love this H2, I think I will own at least one from now on.
I really can't think of any other way to describe this.
I just got my new 06 Lux, there is a noise that sounds like a small cars horn, happens under normal acceleration and varies in length. It can also do it randomly under braking, but almost always when accelerating.
I am going to take it to the dealership, but I was hoping that someone might know what this is, so I don't have to wait for them to track down the problem.
I have searched the forums using just about any combo of words I could think of, please help.
Well, you do live smack in the largest Canadian Goose flyway, next time take a quick look above your rig....can never trust those dern Canadians!!! http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gif http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gif
Redstradic
03-25-2006, 12:02 AM
I tried with the stereo on or off and it didnt make a difference.
It seems as if the sound only comes on when I depress the pedal a certain amount. If I leave the pedal depressed at the point when the sounds starts, I can keep it going. However, if I let up or press a little more it goes away.
Planohummer
03-25-2006, 05:40 PM
The noise is your rear control arms. the bushings were redesigned for 2006 and make the noise. Gm has redesigned them(again) and the new ones are much better(quieter)
Redstradic
03-26-2006, 12:46 AM
Originally posted by Planohummer:
The noise is your rear control arms. the bushings were redesigned for 2006 and make the noise. Gm has redesigned them(again) and the new ones are much better(quieter)
Is there a service bulletin or anything that I can show the dealership?
Originally posted by atit2d:
Man am I glad to hear I'm not going crazy. I hear the same sound too. If the dealer finds out what it is, I'd sure like to know. You may be having some rubbing on the sway bar.
I now know the sound you're typing about.
Originally posted by Redstradic:
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Planohummer:
The noise is your rear control arms. the bushings were redesigned for 2006 and make the noise. Gm has redesigned them(again) and the new ones are much better(quieter)
Is there a service bulletin or anything that I can show the dealership? </div></BLOCKQUOTE>Oh, disregard my prior post.
Now I have to find our sound. http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_frown.gif
Planohummer
03-27-2006, 05:09 PM
Originally posted by Redstradic:
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Planohummer:
The noise is your rear control arms. the bushings were redesigned for 2006 and make the noise. Gm has redesigned them(again) and the new ones are much better(quieter)
Is there a service bulletin or anything that I can show the dealership? </div></BLOCKQUOTE>
No bulletins at this time. have the dealer listen to the rear lower control arm bushings when doing a hard launch. What dealer did you take it to originally?
atit2d
07-11-2006, 12:29 PM
Has anyone gotten this problem fixed yet?
Motohead
07-11-2006, 06:22 PM
Is there a service bulletin or anything that I can show the dealership? </div></BLOCKQUOTE>
No bulletins at this time. have the dealer listen to the rear lower control arm bushings when doing a hard launch. What dealer did you take it to originally?
i feel sorry for the service tech who has to hang under the truck when his buddy steps on the gas...
mrmayhem
07-12-2006, 08:40 PM
Maybe its the fuel pump screaming away to keep up with the demand. :D
H2Blondie
07-12-2006, 11:15 PM
The noise is your rear control arms. the bushings were redesigned for 2006 and make the noise. Gm has redesigned them(again) and the new ones are much better(quieter)
I've had the same sound, usually when I am accelerating in a turn, and mine is an '05. It's not the DVD in the headrest either because mine doesn't have that.
I've refrained from taking mine to the dealership with this problem knowing that I would really get the infamous service department comment, "Dumb woman...blonde one at that!":o
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