Strange humming/rattling sound when starting
11-20-2006, 07:18 AM
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Strange humming/rattling sound when starting
Hey gang, I'm about to purchase an '03 S with 53k miles. When I started the car up I hear this weird humming/rattling noise coming from the engine. I hear it for about 5-10 secs. and then it goes away. Any idea what is causing this ?
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11-20-2006, 07:29 AM
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Originally Posted by Nate03,Nov 20 2006, 08:23 AM
Sounds like chain tensioner...known issue with 'premature' failures/issues causing a rattling/ratcheting sound.
relatively easy replacement...
relatively easy replacement...
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