Cold start noise normal?
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ML400 - 128i - Atlas VR6
Cold start noise normal?
Hey guys, just looking for confirmation if the first few seconds of noise on a cold start is normal.
https://youtu.be/lwgVLBwnxS8
edit: 77k miles, oil changed every 5-6k miles with receipts proof from previous owner. I have owned since 52k.
https://youtu.be/lwgVLBwnxS8
edit: 77k miles, oil changed every 5-6k miles with receipts proof from previous owner. I have owned since 52k.
Last edited by Gray_Panther; Jul 1, 2023 at 09:39 PM.
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It does not sound great, but it is best to compare to the sound 5 min later. If the sound goes away after a 30+ seconds and later sound similar to when it is warm, I would try using 5W40 instead. If the sound improves I would look to get the TSB done.
You do not want that to make further damage which includes first adjusters, then camshafts. @$1000 each per train valve x 2 banks
You do not want that to make further damage which includes first adjusters, then camshafts. @$1000 each per train valve x 2 banks
Thread Starter
Member
Joined: Aug 2021
Posts: 136
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ML400 - 128i - Atlas VR6
It does not sound great, but it is best to compare to the sound 5 min later. If the sound goes away after a 30+ seconds and later sound similar to when it is warm, I would try using 5W40 instead. If the sound improves I would look to get the TSB done.
You do not want that to make further damage which includes first adjusters, then camshafts. @$1000 each per train valve x 2 banks
You do not want that to make further damage which includes first adjusters, then camshafts. @$1000 each per train valve x 2 banks
I have been using LiquiMoly 5W-40 predator blood since purchasing the vehicle at 52k. Thank you for the input, Juan!
