Knocking noise on passenger side of engine?

2010 LEXUS RX 350
131,000 MILES • V6 • AUTOMATIC
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CORBINREBECCA
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Knocking sound near passenger side of vehicle.
Jan 28, 2025 at 6:44 PM
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It sounds like it could be a camshaft follower which are common. Can you please shoot a quick video with your phone so I can hear the noise? That way I can tell for sure what's going on. You can upload it here with your response. We need to hear the noise, so we know which direction to go to help you fix the car. It takes time to upload so please be patient.

Here is a guide that can help in the meantime:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/engine-noises

Please upload videos in your response.
Jan 29, 2025 at 9:55 AM
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