1998 Ford Explorer Rattling nosies coming from engine

1998 FORD EXPLORER
12,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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MICHAEL25117
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There was a rattling nosie coming from my engine then it got louder like it was something knocking on metal or chains rattling together i dont know what it is someone told me it was the timing chain.
Apr 2, 2009 at 10:53 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Are you sure the noise is from the engine and not a heatshield loose? A timing chain usually doesn't make that much noise.
Apr 8, 2009 at 5:36 PM
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