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Engine noise...how much is normal (1.8T)?

Old 05-09-2003, 03:49 PM
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Default Engine noise...how much is normal (1.8T)?

Maybe I'm being paranoid. I've got a 2002 A4 1.8T, just recently APR stage 1+. Checking out the engine bay today (dirty), checking the oil, listening to the motor; motor is making a slight ticking and/or chattering sound. It's not very loud, just slight as it's running. Engine is a bit louder than when new...this is normal I'm assuming? Thanks for any input.
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Default how long sence you changed your oil?

sounds like a little valve clatter. nothing to worry about as long as it's not too loud. new and/or thicker oil will help with this.
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Default I think your motor is on it's last leg. It'll probably blow up real soon....

just kidding.

I know the older A4's had some solenoid valves that would open and close rapidly, and that might be what you're hearing. It's part of the emissions system.
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If it sounds like a quiet diesel, don't worry about it. Unless, mine shouldn't be doing that...
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yesterday with 5W-40 synthetic. Been using it for ~12000mi now.
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It's the injectors. Don't worry about it...:-)
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