Noise on start up for two seconds?

PPRINCE72

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2013 HONDA ACCORD
2.5L
4 CYL
2WD
AUTOMATIC
130,000 MILES

Hi, I'm pretty sure my noise on startup is the VTC, but my question is, would they warranty it with that many miles on it? I bought the car with 12,000 miles on it with the problem, but I thought I read somewhere it wasn't a problem affecting the engine but noticed it was using some oil and looked again and saw it was a problem. Please let me know your thoughts.
Thanks,
Phil

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PPRINCE72

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If I replaced the VTC, would it need to reprogram or just change and go? Thanks!

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Sunday, December 18th, 2022 AT 9:00 PM

KEN L

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I don't think the VTC needs to be programmed, do you think this is where the noise is coming from? 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.
I would try changing the engine oil and filter first.

Fluid Types

Engine Oil

Type. Genuine Honda Motor Oil

API Classification. Make sure the label says, "For Gasoline Engines".

SAE Viscosity. 0W-20
Capacities

Engine Oil Capacity

Including filter. 4.5 qt (4.3L)

Without filter. 4.2 qt (4.0L)

Engine overhaul. 5.3 qt (5.0L)

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Monday, December 19th, 2022 AT 11:03 AM

PPRINCE72

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This is the sound, but it sounds a lot louder in the car. I can send another video from inside the car tonight if you want me to. The noise sounds like after an oil change the lifter noise till the oil pressure builds up.
Thanks,
Phil

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Tuesday, December 20th, 2022 AT 7:41 AM

KEN L

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Thanks for the video. Can you face the engine in the front to see if the noise is more prominent? It sounds like it could be the timing chain tensioner or guide has broken. In any case the front of the engine will need to be disabled for inspection. Here is how to replace the timing chain guides and tensioner. Check out the images (below). Please let us know what you find. We are interested to see what it is.

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