SL/R129: Rattle at startup even after new T-chain
05-31-2008, 01:21 PM
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2007 E500 Designo Brabus B8 / 1991 500E (Sold)
Rattle at startup even after new T-chain
Hi.
I have a problem with a 1993 SL500.
At 138,000 miles.The timing chain started to rattle when the car is left overnight, most of the times it just the first start in the morning. and it only persists for less than 2 seconds.
So I got it changed with the correct new Iwes timing chain, new tensioner , new upper guides (4) and fresh oil.
But after a few days, it started to rattle again !!
Anyone encoutered a similar problems ? any soloutions ?
I heard of the old oil filter valve problem, and that replacing it would solve this. But I'm not sure.
Thanks in advance
I have a problem with a 1993 SL500.
At 138,000 miles.The timing chain started to rattle when the car is left overnight, most of the times it just the first start in the morning. and it only persists for less than 2 seconds.
So I got it changed with the correct new Iwes timing chain, new tensioner , new upper guides (4) and fresh oil.
But after a few days, it started to rattle again !!
Anyone encoutered a similar problems ? any soloutions ?
I heard of the old oil filter valve problem, and that replacing it would solve this. But I'm not sure.
Thanks in advance
06-06-2008, 11:27 AM
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It changes all the time
Since you brought the subkect of oil filters up, do you have the car serviced at Goofy Lube or service the car yourself with cheap filters from the local DIY parts store? This topic has been covered many times and the concenses is to use only OE or OEM filters. Cheap or off brand filters can cause a multitude of problem like low oil pressure.
