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2001 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA
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81,000 MILES
If I hear rattling in my engine like 2 marbles does that mean I droped a rod plz tell me help me help me plz
Wednesday, June 30th, 2010 AT 11:11 PM
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Not necessarily, could be many things causing rattling of engine.. check out some tips on our page at
https://www.2carpros.com/car_sounds/rattling.htm
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Wednesday, June 30th, 2010 AT 11:18 PM
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A faulty alternator can cause a rattle noise. If it is more of a knocking noise then it could be a rod or you can check your oil pressure gauge. Low oil pressure could also cause the knocking sound.
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Wednesday, June 30th, 2010 AT 11:22 PM
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