Hi there this is my first post.

I have an annoying squeak on my 2018 R Dynamic that always occurs once after start up when the revs first drop back and then subsequently at low speeds when it can also be heard for no apparent reason. It probably happens at higher speeds too but I obviously don’t hear this because of road noise. I believe it is a fault on the active exhaust valve as this squeaks when I reach under and move it open and shut manually. Even when it is greased the squeak is still there. Any thoughts would be much appreciated.

Also recently as I hit 60,000 miles the car feels like it is dropping back a little through the gears as I brake with slight jolts compared to a smooth stop.

Lastly I’ve just noticed the indicators are clicking slightly slower than they used to, is that a battery issue maybe?

Over to you, with thanks. Happy new year.

 

At that mileage it's worth considering have the fluid changed in the ZF box. Also worth making sure your battery is fully charged in order to eliminate low voltage issues from any diagnosis you perform.

 

Others have reported sticking exhaust valve actuators. They are in the rear. Perhaps some lubrication is needed. (High-temp grease)

 

Yeah, search to be sure, but my memory says that some folks on here have suggested using something called "copper grease" to lube? Something to look at...