Weird metal tapping noise

[Kingheggie]

I have a 2018 Ford Mustang EcoBoost, and I been hearing a weird tapping noise coming from under the car. The noise only happens when I’m in gear and tap the gas pedal or push the clutch in. I took it to ford and they said the noise was normal, but I’m for sure it’s not. Can a noise like that come from the throw out bear or the clutch folk?

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[MiamiGT350]

I don't think that is normal. Possibly and typically throwout bearing, but be warned I do not believe that is a warranty-covered repair . If it isn't, I would take it to a good transmission shop rather than pay dealer prices. I would see what others suggest that may have more transmission expertise.

 

[Kingheggie]

Yea I feel as tho they didn’t even look in to it because I test drive the car with the mechanic, to point the noise out. Also when I was changing my oil I came across two holes in my transmission case so I know they didn’t look at it. So I might just take it to a transmission place

 

[MiamiGT350]

Any idea how the damage occurred?

How many miles on the car? Still have your driveline warranty which would cover damage to the transmission?

How is the transmission fluid level?

 

[Kingheggie]

62,000. Tbh I never check, how do I check? it’s not hard to put the car in gear or nothing. It’s just that nose that drives me crazy. I think the car was tracked before I brought it. I got it at 53,000. Also I had to have the diff and axle seal redone because it was leaking.

 

[MiamiGT350]

Warranty is 3 yr/36,000 mi basic, 5 yr/60,000 mi powertrain so you are just over. Might be worth a dealer visit just in case they can convince Ford to cover it under warranty, and you can get a full detailing of what exactly needs to be replaced.

I am not an expert on transmissions. I am not able to tell you what that damage is, how serious it is, or if it is related to your issue. It is odd that it coincides with the bolts. I also would think that holes in the side of the transmission would allow debris/dirt to creep in. The black grime is suspicious like fluid came out at some point.

I wouldn't be telling anyone tales of a car being tracked...

Good luck!

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