1999 Chevy Cavalier motor

1999 CHEVROLET CAVALIER
213,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • MANUAL
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Z24CAVY
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um my cavalier has a knocking on the top of the motor it the 2.4 liter twin cam im not sure if it is the oil pump thats not working it dosent have a starting up problem or a running problem im not sure what it is
Nov 29, 2008 at 10:35 AM
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MHPAUTOS
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Hi there,

The first thing to do is get an oil pressure test done, and get a qualified mechanic to listen and advise on this as it will need to be heard to help with the diagnosis.

Mark (mhpautos)
Nov 29, 2008 at 10:47 AM
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