Shattering metallic sound
09-12-2011, 01:52 AM
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Shattering metallic sound
Lately, as I shift to R, with my foot still on the brake, to back out of my driveway, I hear a shattering metallic sound. As soon as I let go the brake and proceed to reverse; the sound goes away. The sound is not present in P, but is in D with my foot on the brake. Obviously, something is loose down there. Specifics: 00 E55, 73,500mi; motor mounts and tranny fluid changed at 42,500. Opinions please. 
09-12-2011, 01:32 PM
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Could be a vibration. R and D with the brake on load the powertrain. Releasing the brake begins to unload the powertrain.
Maybe a heat shield or something?
Does the car drive differently?
Maybe a heat shield or something?
Does the car drive differently?
09-12-2011, 10:39 PM
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A vibration is exactly what it is. I'll get under the car in the morning to pinpoint the cause of the vibration. Your advice is much appreciated.
