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Old 01-05-2008, 09:55 AM
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noise and I'm guessing it's the valves. Any thoughts? Thanks.
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Old 01-05-2008, 10:01 AM
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What oil do you use?
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Mobil 1 0W40 with the big filter. 121k miles.
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Probably lifter noise, may be time for heavier oil
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the 1.8T does have a little clatter to it
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The noise is much louder than it used to be. That's why I'm concerned now.
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what MY? can you pinpoint the noise?
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2001.5 AWM. I need to listen to it again to try to pinpoint.
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that's what I thought. probably the cam chain tensioner. mine has been rattling for years
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Interesting though, it only does it when the engine is hot. Normal on cold start.
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