1999 Ford Explorer rattling under the hood

Tiny
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  • 1999 FORD EXPLORER
  • 6 CYL
  • 4WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 125,000 MILES
Hi! When I start up my truck there is a rattling noise under the Hood I had my mechanic check it out and he Say's it's my pollution pump but idk what it is and would love to get this fixed and also my a/c works for a little while then blows out warm air how do I fix that and my gas gauge doesn't read properly how do I fix that also plz help is needed ASAP! Thanks
Wednesday, May 14th, 2014 AT 8:48 AM

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Tiny
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Can you describe the noise? Also, have you checked to see if the AC needs recharged? For the fuel gauge, chances are the float gauge in the tank is bad.
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Wednesday, May 14th, 2014 AT 9:36 AM
Tiny
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Yes the rattling noise sounds like marbles or to beads rumbling together or like metal balls knocking together. And Thanks for the advice
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Wednesday, May 14th, 2014 AT 3:54 PM
Tiny
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What I suggest is to remove the serp belt and spin each of the belt driven accessories by hand to see if one makes noise.
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Wednesday, May 14th, 2014 AT 6:47 PM

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