Workshop Manuals Factory service & repair Alfa Romeo
01 General information02 Specifications03 Manufacturing data and tolerances04 Tightening torques05 Fluids and lubricants06 Maintenance07 Diagnostic checks08 Engine09 Clutch10 Gearbox and differential11 Axles and driveshafts12 Brakes13 Steering14 Suspension and wheels15 Heating, air conditioning and auxiliary units16 Electrical equipment17 Body fittings18 Body panels and frame19 Wiring diagrams and electrical functions20 Wiring harnesses21 Connectors and pin-outs22 Fault diagnosis23 Special tools
Alfa Romeo 147 Factory Service Manual (2000-2004)22 · Fault diagnosis
22 · Diagnostics

Engine hissing

Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
147 Factory Service Manual
Year
2000–2004
Section
Noisy / vibrations › Engine hissing
Fault diagnosisEngine hissing

ENGINE HISSING

1.6 TS, 2.0 TS

There is buzzing (low frequency noise) coming from the engine, whose intensity varies with the number of revs

Results of the tests
1CHECKING AIR INTAKE CIRCUITAll OKProblems metOperation
Check air intake system condition and sealContinue to Step 2Circuit component damagedReplace the component involved
2CHECKING ENGINE EXHAUSTAll OKProblems metOperation

Check the engine exhaust system and, in particular:

  • manifold
  • pipe
  • exhaust silencer
  • catalytic converter front/rear gaskets
Continue to Step 3Pipe damagedReplace the pipe
Intermediate silencer damagedReplace the intermediate silencer Op. 1076B26
Rear silencer damagedReplace the rear silencer Op. 1076B22
Front gasket worn or damagedReplace the front gasket Op. 1076B34
Rear gasket worn or damagedReplace the rear gasket
3CHECKING CORRECT OPERATIONAll OKProblems metOperation
Check that the fault is no longer presentFault persistsSearch for the fault starting from another symptom'

Parts & tools for this job For 2000 Alfa Romeo 147

Links open Amazon search results in a new tab. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.