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engine noise in a 98 td triton

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engine noise in a 98 td triton

Post by babs »

i have got a loud ticking,ratteling sound coming from my engine. any hints to what it could be????
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Post by tritontray »

a mitsu diesel engine?
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Post by glenn_c »

Have you checked the timing chain they do stretch
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Post by NJV6 »

Have you tried turning the key off?

sorry, I know that wasn't helpful but I like my petrol engine :)
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Post by 4runna »

NJV6 wrote:Have you tried turning the key off?

sorry, I know that wasn't helpful but I like my petrol engine :)
haha love it!

yeah the 2.8tdi isn't exactly the most quiet of diesels.

I'd be looking at timing chain too. check the usuals, oil (obviously) and belts as it's amazing the noises a worn fan belt can make.
They are known for cracking exhaust manifolds too I believe.
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