Engine rattling after start when cold?

2007 HUMMER H3
158,000 MILES • 3.7L • 5 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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Engine rattling after start when cold?
Apr 14, 2025 at 10:20 AM
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These engine had problems with the balance shafts but can I ask if you have a check engine light on? If so, we should run the codes, this will tell us what the problem maybe. Also, can you upload a short video of the noise? That way I can tell for sure what is wrong.

Here is a guide to go over in the meantime:

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

I would make sure the engine oil is clean and full, if not change the engine oil and filter. Please go over this guide and get back to us.
Apr 14, 2025 at 1:10 PM