Hello all. Outside here there is nothing but snow and ice. As I was turning over some mounds of ice slowly I heard what only could be described as if someone is plucking a guitar string or a deeper bass sound/cord. The sound is coming from the dash on the extreme left. I have also heard this when slowly turning the ignition (intermittently) on flat surface. Any comments explanations are most welcome to this bizarre behavior/sound.

 

I'm sorry but I have no idea what the sound was, but I would just like to make you jealous.
We just had a 30 degree Celsius day. The last time I ever saw snow was in 1981, and it was also my first time.

 

Fire,
Where is this paradise you call home? If you do hear of such a comment let me know and welcome to the forum!

 

I swear I heard this when applying the break and having the ABS come on. But that does not sound like what is going on with you. I hear a ping noise sometimes coming from the car after turning it off and slamming a door. Was always told that was the suspension. I have been hearing alot of strange noises recently. Don't think the Rover is enjoying the -28 we had here the other night.

 

I'm in Klerksdorp South Africa. The temp today was the same, Our winter temp drops to about -2 degrees Celsius, but on exceptional occasions.

 

Would almost guarantee it's the "wonderful" sound of the traction control/ABS. It's normal if the sound you are describing is what I think it is.

 

Sounds like the traction control to me too. Occasionally mine will go CLUNK when I am about to start the engine with the key in the II position as you described.

Rover sounds = The Rover's mood. Mine makes a different one every day . Even has a distinct clicking noise in it's suspension when off-roading. Reminds of an old dog grunting up a hill.

 

Sounds like we are all hearing the same tune! Many thanks men for your quick response.

Fire,
Klerksdorp South Africa! That may be the furthest I've corresponded with on this forum. Good to know there is a rover fanatic out there! Welcome again to the forum!