1999 Ford Taurus There Loud Knocking Comeing Under Hood Car Oil Light Stays On

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there is a loud knocking comeing from under the hood of my car and my oil light stays on and there is oil in my car what would make it knock the rod?
Nov 28, 2012 at 7:42 PM
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Yup. Most likely a spun connecting rod bearing. You'll need to drain the oil, and remove the oil pan to check for a loose connecting rod or inspect the bearings.
Nov 28, 2012 at 8:09 PM
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