2003 Chevrolet Tracker rattling noise by idler pully

2003 CHEVROLET TRACKER
85,000 MILES • 4 CYL • TURBO • 4WD • MANUAL
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There is a rattling noise and we can't tell where it is coming from. Doesn't seem to be coming from the motor
Jun 27, 2014 at 1:22 PM
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see if the shield above the converter has broken it's rivets that is pretty common.
Jun 28, 2014 at 6:13 AM
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The shield has already been removed due to excessive noise so we know that is not the problem
Jun 28, 2014 at 9:32 AM
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then check one of the plastic shields under engine that may be your noise. if nothing there then remove fan belt and start engine if noise stops it's somewhere ein accersory drive.
Jun 28, 2014 at 11:48 AM
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