Rear of engine noise
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2012 Ford Pickup, 2012 Ford F550 Super Duty, 2012 Ford F450 Super Duty, and 2012 Ford Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
The flexplate is a common source of noise from the rear of the engine (knocking). Inspection of the flexplate will be necessary.
- 14. After localizing the noise, note the characteristics of the noise, including type of noise, frequency and conditions when the noise occurs and GO to Symptom Chart - Engine NVH .