I'm not a car person and am seeking possible explanations before I take my 2002 focus lx to the dealer. The problem began a week to two weeks ago when accelerating and decelerating between 40-65 there's a louder than normal hum - like a deep throaty hum. However, the car accelerates and decelerates fine - in other words, no problems aside from the stated one. I've had the oil changed just over 3k miles ago - just checked the yesterday and its level is fine. I follow the guidelines for maintenance schedules.
I did notice the heatsheild is loose - in fact the bottom two bolts no longer hold it in place - the holes have rusted/corroded larger than the bolts.
A friend mentioned it could be the flex plate/bar - I'm not certain where that could be or how to check it.
I would like to know what the possible problems and solutions and how serious - meaning can I wait or is it an ASAP issue.
Any help is appreciated. Thanks.
I did notice the heatsheild is loose - in fact the bottom two bolts no longer hold it in place - the holes have rusted/corroded larger than the bolts.
A friend mentioned it could be the flex plate/bar - I'm not certain where that could be or how to check it.
I would like to know what the possible problems and solutions and how serious - meaning can I wait or is it an ASAP issue.
Any help is appreciated. Thanks.