2001 engine knocking
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2001 engine knocking
I have a 2001 Malibu with a V6 with 107K miles. Everytime after starting the engine knocks very loudly until it is at normal operating temp then it goes away almost completely. It drives fine, has plenty of power, not hesitation...all that good stuff, its just the noise is annoying and i feel it is going to break down very soon. Is this a common problem for this vehicle? Is this a sign of a top end rebuild? Please give comments and suggestions on what to do.i am mechanically inclined, but do not know everything about engines, by any means, so any ideas will help. Thanks.
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I have yet to hear an older MAlibu with a 3.4 or 3.1 that dont knock.....well maybe an exageration but lots do....prolly a lifter, make sure the oil is good andthe head gasket is not leaking....
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I have yet to hear an older MAlibu with a 3.4 or 3.1 that dont knock.....well maybe an exageration but lots do....prolly a lifter, make sure the oil is good andthe head gasket is not leaking....
I have yet to hear an older MAlibu with a 3.4 or 3.1 that dont knock.....well maybe an exageration but lots do....prolly a lifter, make sure the oil is good andthe head gasket is not leaking....
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If it's knocking when you first start up and quiets down ... it's thedreaded crappypiston slap commonly found with these vehicles.
Been running mine that way for6 1/2noisey years.
Been running mine that way for6 1/2noisey years.
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RE: 2001 engine knocking
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If it's knocking when you first start up and quiets down ... it's thedreaded crappypiston slap commonly found with these vehicles.
Been running mine that way for6 1/2noisey years.
If it's knocking when you first start up and quiets down ... it's thedreaded crappypiston slap commonly found with these vehicles.
Been running mine that way for6 1/2noisey years.
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