JCW '12 JCW R55 engine sound different
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'12 JCW R55 engine sound different
So I have a 2012 JCW R55 Clubman with 46000 miles on the car, but only 6000 miles on a new engine.
Just got it back 2 weeks ago from dealer for issue with brakes. A week after picking the car up, the tone of the engine changed slightly. There is no CEL, no noticeable loss of power. Just sounds rough. Weirdest thing ever.
This is the N14 engine, basically stock with the exception of a K&N Typhoon CAI. Planned on going on a run with the club this weekend. But now I'm concerned. Any ideas are welcome.
Just got it back 2 weeks ago from dealer for issue with brakes. A week after picking the car up, the tone of the engine changed slightly. There is no CEL, no noticeable loss of power. Just sounds rough. Weirdest thing ever.
This is the N14 engine, basically stock with the exception of a K&N Typhoon CAI. Planned on going on a run with the club this weekend. But now I'm concerned. Any ideas are welcome.
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I checked the oil and it was fine. My CAI was installed by a K&N tech as they used my car for fitment improvement. Hasn't budged since. (The only service since the CAI was installed was for brake noise).
Ended up taking to the dealer. Hate to miss the run this weekend, but don't feel like taking any chances hurting the motor, or getting stuck in the middle of nowhere with a hefty tow bill. Should find out something either today or Monday.
Ended up taking to the dealer. Hate to miss the run this weekend, but don't feel like taking any chances hurting the motor, or getting stuck in the middle of nowhere with a hefty tow bill. Should find out something either today or Monday.
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I checked the oil and it was fine. My CAI was installed by a K&N tech as they used my car for fitment improvement. Hasn't budged since. (The only service since the CAI was installed was for brake noise).
Ended up taking to the dealer. Hate to miss the run this weekend, but don't feel like taking any chances hurting the motor, or getting stuck in the middle of nowhere with a hefty tow bill. Should find out something either today or Monday.
Ended up taking to the dealer. Hate to miss the run this weekend, but don't feel like taking any chances hurting the motor, or getting stuck in the middle of nowhere with a hefty tow bill. Should find out something either today or Monday.
What did happen you needed an engine at 40K? Was this performed under warranty?
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I understand. In a similar event, I would have traded the car for something else and completely lost my trust in the brand.
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FYI... The weird noise turned out to be the alternator, grinding on the inside. Dealer quoted $1800 to replace including labor. I don't need a gold plated alternator. I mean it must be gold plated for that price. Regardless, going to have to park the car for a while. Bad time for a big repair bill. Such is life.
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FYI... The weird noise turned out to be the alternator, grinding on the inside. Dealer quoted $1800 to replace including labor. I don't need a gold plated alternator. I mean it must be gold plated for that price. Regardless, going to have to park the car for a while. Bad time for a big repair bill. Such is life.
You are definitely out of luck with this car.
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