2000 Plymouth Neon valve train rattling sound at idle

Tiny
DCHICKS
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  • 2000 PLYMOUTH NEON
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 102,000 MILES
Valve train rattling at idle and knocking sound. The engine performs well and all proper maintenance service has been done. Should I be concerned?
Thursday, March 19th, 2009 AT 8:16 PM

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Tiny
RASMATAZ
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Best be concerned if you don't want a major repair to happen get it check now. Following could be causing your problem.

A clicking or tapping noise that gets louder when you rev the engine is probably "tappet" or upper valvetrain noise caused by one of several things: low oil pressure, excessive valve lash, or worn or damaged parts
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Friday, March 20th, 2009 AT 3:43 AM

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