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Engine noise when when started up and running for a few minutes
Posted: Thu Jun 16, 2011 5:22 am
by rubendeje
I have an 09 GT that has a weird engine noise (diesel) when i first start the car. but the noise actually starts when i put the car in gear and drive off. soon after it goes away. another thing is that rattle noise not very loud but every time i hit a bump it's in the dash. i had heard that it was some strap holding the cruise control box but now i read on this forum that someone had a noise coming from a steering control box, any ideas would be appreciated.
Re: Engine noise when when started up and running for a few minutes (rubendeje)
Posted: Thu Jun 16, 2011 6:24 am
by Mikypooo
For the engine noise, I have the same sound and same things around the "diesel engine sound" for my 2.4L Vibe..I dont know what is it!
Re: Engine noise when when started up and running for a few minutes (rubendeje)
Posted: Thu Jun 16, 2011 10:19 am
by Caretaker
It is called valve clatter. I have it on my 2009 1.8 liter Corolla Vibe. It quiets down after 2 miles, but occurs EACH time I start the car. I have heard that a dealer will not do anything about it (ie: valve adjustment) unless it is constant. If anyone else thinks that a technician needs to address this issue, please chime in. I'm not a mechanic, but I did stay at a Holiday Inn Express last night!
Re: Engine noise when when started up and running for a few minutes (Caretaker)
Posted: Thu Jun 16, 2011 12:13 pm
by star_deceiver
The only time I really hear it is the first startup after an oil change.