Unknown noise behind dashboard

reevolution · Jun 26, 2016

Hi All,

I own a 2003 Freelander Kalahari 1.8 with 58,000 mileage (head gasket has been replaced). The vehicle has a tow bar fitted recently and had no issues towing a trailer tent from Southampton to Cornwall. However, during the last few short journeys I have noticed a strange noise coming from behind the dashboard, lasting around 15-20 seconds. It only happens once per trip and usually after around 5 minutes.

I managed to record the noise using my phone: https://1drv.ms/u/s!AlN56bzP2MIQgZZGHhbGTjKuw1xc6w

Any ideas? Thanks in advance!

Phil

Nodge68 · Jun 27, 2016

That's a strange sound. Does it happen at a particular speed?

Skinny Mike · Jun 27, 2016

My only thought, is there a cd player in the dash? Sounds like one trying to reset.
Mike

Nodge68 · Jun 27, 2016

Skinny Mike said:
My only thought, is there a cd player in the dash? Sounds like one trying to reset.
Mike

I had a thought along those lines Mike. It sounds very similar to my factory multi CD head unit, when it changes from one CD to another.

reevolution · Jun 27, 2016

Thanks for the responses, the vehicle has a cassette radio with CD changer under drivers seat so isn't that. I noticed today that the coolant level was very low indeed (probably down to last litre) so completely topped it up and haven't heard anything since. The top of the coolant reservoir has very slight pressure cracks so could do with changing as well as the cap.

I did notice the temperature gauge rise for a short while but then returned to normal after 10 seconds, didn't think to check coolant. Hope the engine hasn't sustained any damage. Head gasket has been changed and the oil and other levels are normal. No mayo mixture and nothing leaking underneath even after standing. Fingers crossed!

Phil

Skinny Mike · Jun 27, 2016

Sometimes it's the simplest things

Mike

Nodge68 · Jun 27, 2016

With the K series, it's wise to check the coolant weekly

davidsmith1307 · Jun 28, 2016

Nodge68 said:
With the K series, it's wise to check the coolant weekly

...whilst clenching the buttocks.

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