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2009 Mitsubishi Galant Repair Question


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Asked on August 11, 2011

2009 mitsubishi galant

How do i fix my 2009 mitsubishi galant if i hear a tin sound under the hood while i am driving. what could be causing that
Avatar Asked by Liamsmom

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Replied on August 11, 2011

Checked for cracked or loose exhaust heat shields, start here.

Tiny Answered by mhpautos (expert)
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Replied on August 11, 2011

Do you have a check engine light and when was last tune-up??

Could be caused by one of the following below

Oxygen sensor.
Catalytic converter.
Fuel injectors dirty/sticking.
Mass airflow sensor/Airflow meter.
Throttle position sensor.
Crankshaft position sensor
Knock sensor
Manifold absolute pressure sensor.
EGR Valve
Fuel pressure regulator leaking or defective fuel pump.
Fuel contamination.
Foul/defective spark plugs.
Open spark plug wires.
Ignition coil/Coil packs defective.
Incorrect ignition timing.
Cap and rotor.

Note:If it doesn't apply disregard it and keep testing.

Tiny Answered by rasmataz
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