I think my car hates me...

[Lappo]

Hi,

Theres a hefty list of things wrong with my car, was hoping some of you would be able to perhaps share some experiences with how you may have overcome problems like mine? Or just any knowledge that might help me or others!

1) Exhaust system makes a loud metal scraping noise on acceleration UNDER 2,500rpm.

2) Reverse light won't come on; I've tested both the bulb and the holder, both are fine.

3) Tailgate lid no longer gently goes back in after being pulled out; it just snaps back into place now.

4) Sometimes, not always, when starting off either in first or reverse and occasionally when using the engine braking or going into second, there is a very loud squealing noise from under the bonnet.

The car is a 2004 1.4

Thanks :)

[leebes]

Like dogs, they can smell fear....dont let it know you are afraid! 

Interesting problems and probably best to get a garage to take a look. Are you sure #1 is the exhaust and not something loose on the undercarriage dragging or catching the floor?

#4 could be clutch maybe rather than 'something' under the bonnet. Sounds like it happens mostly when pulling off or changing gear from your description.

[r5gtt]

Unlucky mate,
Not sure about the exhaust so will need to go quick fit or national etc

Reverse light possible switch faulty on the box/wiring broken

Tail gate needs two new boot struts

Fan belt could need replacing if it's squealing or the alternator clutch faulty

[pudding]

Exhaust noise could be a broken up cat converter rattling around, or a loose heat shield.

[TheBALDpuma]

#4 is definitely the fan belt I think! Had this on a puma and a fiat in the past.

[Lappo]

Thanks guys, took my car to the garage and was told the rear cat has probabaly had something break off inside, hence the rattling, although I put a can of clean drive through it and it's sounding a bit better already. Thinking I could maybe use this as an excuse to get a new aftermarket exhaust

To top this, my drivers window motor or regulator has gone   

Will look into whats been said about the others,

thanks!