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Engine help!!!!!

Old May 13, 2008 | 07:12 PM
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ok i got a 1996 honda civic lx and when i rev it up to 3000 RPM it makes a rattleing noise by the engine and i cant find what it is help!!
 
Old May 13, 2008 | 08:17 PM
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Check the exhaust system for loose heat shields.
 
Old May 13, 2008 | 08:20 PM
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most likely the front exhaust manifold shield, the oem bolts usually rust through and shear off at the top, causing the shield to vibrate loosely.
 
Old May 14, 2008 | 09:36 AM
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+1; a very easy fix; get two clamps and clamp it down.
 
Old May 14, 2008 | 05:59 PM
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Could be a bad rod bearing.
 
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