2000 Toyota Camry Rattle on Start

2000 TOYOTA CAMRY
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SUPERSAMI
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I just tried to start my Camry this morning but couldn't, when I turned the key it would make an ignition sound and the engine would start to turn over but then a rattling sound would come from under the hood, could someone please give me some more information on this problem, Thanks.
Jan 25, 2007 at 10:50 PM
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MMPRINCE3000
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Check the battery, sounds about dead. The noise could simply be the starter and solenoid do not have enough amps to turn the engine.
Feb 25, 2021 at 7:53 AM
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RASMATAZ
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[quote:8b7e28ef6a="Supersami"]I just tried to start my Camry this morning but couldn't, when I turned the key it would make an ignition sound and the engine would start to turn over but then a rattling sound would come from under the hood, could someone please give me some more information on this problem, Thanks.[/quote:8b7e28ef6a]

Recheck the battery and its connections-now if it can start and the noise is there-might be a timing chain problem further investigation is required.
Feb 25, 2021 at 7:53 AM
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LOSTINMARS
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after getting the battery properly load tested and if its not the problem, i wouldn't be surprised if the starter is going bad. one of toyota's weak link. i change them all the time.
Feb 25, 2021 at 7:53 AM

Suggested Repair

Load-test the battery and inspect its connections. If the battery is good, have the starter and solenoid checked, since a weak starter is a common Toyota issue. If the engine starts and the rattle continues, investigate a possible timing chain problem.

Conversation Summary

The owner of a 2000 Toyota Camry said the engine began to crank, then a rattling noise came from under the hood and it would not start. Experts recommended checking and load-testing the battery and its connections first. If the battery is fine, they suggested the starter may be failing. One expert added that a continuing noise after a successful start could indicate a timing chain issue needing further diagnosis.

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