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No. 21 Engine Noise: Notes

NO. 21 ENGINE NOISE DESCRIPTION AND POSSIBLE CAUSE

21 ENGINE NOISE
DESCRIPTION
  • Engine noise from under hood.
POSSIBLE CAUSE Squeal, click or chirp noise:
  • Improper engine oil level
  • Loose installation of solenoid valves
  • Improper drive belt tension
  • Generator mis-installation
  • Splash shield or under cover loose (splashed water to drive belts)

Rumble or grind noise:
  • Improper drive belt tension
  • Loose parts

Rattle sound noise:
  • Loose parts

Hiss sound noise:
  • Air leakage from intake air system
  • Loose spark plug
  • Vacuum leakage

Rap or roar noise:
  • Dynamic dumper loose
  • Exhaust system loose
  • Intake air system loose
  • Variable valve timing actuator malfunction
  • Variable tumble control system malfunction

Other noise:
  • Tappet noise
  • Timing chain noise