rattling sound

WRXracer

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ok I have a rattle sound when starting up the car.. and when driving.. but nothing at idle and when not driving and I rev it up it sounds normal.. but when driving I get this rattle.. could a engine mount be broken.. or could the engine be broken.. its only at start up and when driving.. seems to do it more when im giving it gas..

 

Dan_Soprano

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WRXracer said:

ok I have a rattle sound when starting up the car.. and when driving.. but nothing at idle and when not driving and I rev it up it sounds normal.. but when driving I get this rattle.. could a engine mount be broken.. or could the engine be broken.. its only at start up and when driving.. seems to do it more when im giving it gas..

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Need more info. does it go away when the car warms up to operating temp?

 

WRXracer

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um

its there at all times.. it sounds too me like the engine is off its mounts.. I can see where it is rubbing on the hood a bit.. but it is a rattle sound.. when cruising there is no sound.. only when gas is on.. and on start up.. dont think its something in the engine..

 

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hehe

the car runs great too.. floor it and it puts you in your seat no problem..

 

Dan_Soprano

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check for loose bolts......engine mounts, headers, heat shields ect. also, i remember reading post awhile back about the K-member bolts on some cars becoming loose. Hope this helps.

 

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This is just a shot, but check to make sure your exhaust pipe isn't hitting the body right over the wheel well. Mine was and I heard a rattle when I started and moved the car. Worth a look.