1994 Eagle Talon Hi Husbands Car Had Knocking Noise Started Stepped On Gas

1994 EAGLE TALON
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Hi, my husbands car had a knocking noise when he started up his car and when he stepped on the gas the knock got louder. he believes it could be a valve.
Jan 20, 2013 at 5:31 AM
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If it sounds like it is coming form the top of the motor it is most likely a valve tapping. It could be tapping becaused of a wiped cam, a worn timing belt or tensioner or a bad lifter.
Jan 20, 2013 at 11:39 AM
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