What Causes the Clicking Sound When Shifting Gears to Start the Car?
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The clicking sound when shifting gears to start the car may be caused by clutch failure, transmission failure, lower control arm failure, or inner CV joint wear. It is recommended to have it inspected and repaired at a local 4S shop or professional repair shop. Below is an extended explanation: 1. Correctly distinguish between normal and abnormal sounds: When the car is operating, vibrations from various mechanisms produce sounds of different natures. However, the presence of sounds does not necessarily indicate a fault. To avoid unnecessary disassembly, it is essential to differentiate between normal and abnormal sounds. 2. Create good diagnostic conditions and minimize interference from other noises: It is advisable to intentionally amplify or reduce the sound—for example, using a screwdriver or other metal rod as a stethoscope to amplify the sound by contacting the source or employing single-cylinder cut-off to reduce the sound, as needed for diagnosis. The diagnostic environment should remain quiet, with minimal interference from human factors.