Engine rattling

Tiny
NICKYANC
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  • 1997 EAGLE TALON
  • 2.1L
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • MANUAL
  • 150,000 MILES
Engine rattles at low acceleration.
Sunday, December 31st, 2017 AT 11:20 AM

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Tiny
MHPAUTOS
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This may be ignition related pre-ignition knock due to incorrect timing. Your engine has a knock sensor that detects engine knock and sends a signal to the PCM to correct ignition timing, this knock sensor may have failed. Get a scan to see what if any codes are set. Failed knock sensor will set a code and not all codes will set a check light. Let me know what codes are set to assist further.
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Sunday, December 31st, 2017 AT 5:50 PM
Tiny
RENEE L
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Hello NICKYANC,

I am sending you a link that if you decide to conduct the scan yourself will be a great help to you. The link features an article with written step by step instructions and pictures explaining how to do the scan yourself, also I have included a link to our YouTube channel with a how to video on code scanning.

This is applicable even if your check engine light is not on.

Most scanners are inexpensive to purchase, you can purchase one online from sites like Amazon.com

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/checking-a-service-engine-soon-or-check-engine-light-on-or-flashing

https://youtu.be/YV3TRZwer8k

Once you have the code number(s) please get back to us so that we can further assist you. We are always happy to help.

Thank you for visiting 2CarPros.com.

Kindest regards,

Renee
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Monday, January 1st, 2018 AT 2:24 PM

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