When accelerating, a cluttering noise can be heard from the engine, especially if accelerating up a hill?
1998 TOYOTA AVALON
115,000 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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I have tried different types of gasoline, and nothing helps. Any suggestions as to what it could be and what I can do about it? Thanks in advance.
Oct 18, 2010 at 11:02 PM
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Your engine is equipped with a knock sensor, which adjusts the ignition timing to the computer. Yours may not be functioning properly.
Oct 18, 2010 at 11:04 PM
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