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Old 05-15-2010, 09:49 AM
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Default Rattling problem between certain revs?

I notice on my 2001 F4i that between 5000-6000 revs i get an ugly rattling noise.
Its nothing major, just doesnt sound very good, its like theres a plastic piece loose down by the engine, but i cant see or feel anything obvious when i look myself.

Is this common? Am i being paranoid?
 
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Old 05-15-2010, 10:11 AM
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Cam chain tensioner ???? Look at the sticky above your thread.
 
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Old 05-16-2010, 12:37 AM
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cccccccam chain tensioner lifter, all the cool kids replace theirs.
 
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PLEASE NOTE THE CCT STICKY AT THE TOP!
 
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I haven't replaced mine and don't plan to. Lots of guys on here have some fairly high mileage on theirs without having replaced them. They are ANNOYING though!!
 
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Wicked...it seems unanimous....cam chain tensioner it is!
 
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