Rattling noise coming from engine while idling or turning

1995 BUICK LESABRE
1,684,020 MILES • 3.8L • V6 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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ROLIPOLI1981
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Engine makes rattling noise when car is at idle or when i make turns. also, when i give car gas (acceleration on pedal) the noise will stop.
Dec 23, 2016 at 12:51 AM
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Hey ROLIPOLI1981,

This sounds like a serpentine belt tensioner problem which are common, here are a couple of guide that can help you fix the problem.


https://www.2carpros.com/articles/serpentine-belt-tensioner-replacement

and

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/rattle-noise

Please let us know what you find so it will help others.

Best, Ken


Dec 28, 2016 at 12:07 PM
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