What Causes the Engine to Sound Dry and Grating?
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Engine sound becoming dry and grating may be caused by faults in the engine lubrication system, issues with the cooling system, or noise from other accessory belt pulleys. The specific reasons are as follows: Faults in the engine lubrication system: Poor lubrication leads to friction sounds, such as lubricant leaks, oil pump failure, or low oil pressure. Issues with the cooling system: Resulting in engine overheating, which causes the clearance between components to become too small, producing dry grinding sounds. In severe cases, this can lead to seizure or cylinder scoring. Noise from other accessory belt pulleys: Noise from damaged accessory belt pulleys, timing tensioners, or idler pulleys, such as those from the generator, compressor, power steering pump, water pump, tensioner, or idler pulley.