Whriring Noise From Engine

[nottonto]

Hi everyone/anyone

I have a 58 plate 220D with 30000 miles on the clock, just out of warranty by 2 months.

The engine has started making a whirring noise when it's warmed-up, when it started a few weeks ago I wasn't concerned because I thought it was the electric fan running to cool the engine but when I checked the fans weren't running. It isn't noticeable when driving, only when I stop and the car is on tick-over.

The noise seems to be coming from the top of the engine above the turbo, there are a few components fitted to the top of the engine but I don't know what they are.

I'm now a bit worried in case I'm doing any damage if I drive the car, there aren't any extra indicator lights on the dash.

Does anyone know what it might be ?

Any help gratefully received

nottonto

[dsst]

Hi nottonto,

I have the exact same problem. How did you manage to solve your problem?

[koppatroppa2002]

Whirring noise can means only one thing: bearing issues! Could be anything with bearings or rotor as water pump for example or chain if case. Its a mechanical issue anyway.