2001 Dodge Stratus Started On Very Cold Morning Made Growling Noise About 5

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I started my 2001 stratus on a very cold morning, it made a growling noise for about 5 seconds and then idled as normal. When I back out there was a large rusty oily spot on my driveway and small rusty looking spots down the driveway as I back out. I have checked all the fluids and I have inspected all over the engine and I see no sign of leaks etc. What is it?
Jan 4, 2013 at 7:20 AM
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Hello, I was having the same noise and replaced the timing chain tensioner. This made the noise go away. Good luck
Feb 11, 2013 at 8:44 AM
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