Ford Maverick timing chain rattle
When I start my Ford Marvierick in the morning I hear a noise coming from the front of the engine.
When I put my foot down on the gas the noise will stop, and it will only continue when the car slows down.
When I put my foot down on the gas the noise will stop, and it will only continue when the car slows down.
Asked on 6 April 2011 by KimLa
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Might be the timing chain tensioner.
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