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Car making weird sound?

Tiny
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  • 2003 TOYOTA 4RUNNER
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  • 228,455 MILES
When I start my car, it makes a weird sound, and I cannot tell if it’s the engine or not. There is also oil on the passenger side of the engine where the ignition coils are located.
Friday, January 6th, 2023 AT 5:58 AM

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Tiny
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Forgot to say that the sound also increases while driving.
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Friday, January 6th, 2023 AT 6:12 AM
Tiny
BORIS K
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Hello,

Regarding the noise, I suggest you remove the ancillary drive belt (serpentine belt) next.
Then start the engine up and check if the noise has gone.
This would prove that the noise is generated by one of the pulleys or units like an alternator.

Chirping noise:
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/chirping-noise

A good video:
https://youtu.be/yfYUe_VKkyQ

I know that the noise is not a chirping noise, but the guide could help you understand your issue.

The oil leak looks like a possible valve cover gasket leaking.

Gasket replacement:
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/replace-valve-cover-gasket

Cheers, Boris
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Friday, January 6th, 2023 AT 9:30 AM

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