Why does my engine rattle on a cold start?
Dear Tim: It is not unusual to hear some engine when first starting on a cold start. The sound can either be from a hydraulic valve lifter, or piston-to-cylinder wall clearance. As the engine warms, the clearances change and get tighter and noises will usually disappear. The noise may not occur again for weeks.
Why does my car make a noise when its cold?
Cold weather can exacerbate underlying car problems, so you may begin to hear squeaks, squeals and other funny noises you haven’t heard before. These noises may be caused by the engine belt, the serpentine belt, the air conditioning compressor or a power steering pump.
Why is there a rattling sound when I start my car?
If the rattling noise occurs when the car is stationary the origin is in the engine/transmission and/or exhaust system. If the identical rattle occurs when the car is moving, too, motor mounts or loose exhaust system components are a possibility.
Can a broken timing belt be replaced on a Camry?
Thus you can use these instructions to replace a broken timing belt, as well as one that is just due to be replaced. Positioning the camshaft sprocket and the crankshaft pulley at Top-Dead-Center (TDC) alignment is all that is needed for broken belt replacement.
How long does it take to replace a pump on a Toyota Camry?
If the engine lifts up and settles back down, a new front mount may be in order. Replacement is simple and straightforward. Expect to spend approximately three hours replacing the timing belt, guide pulley, and tensioner pulley alone. Replacing the water pump adds about a half hour, and replacing sprocket seals adds about a half hour per seal.
What causes oil leak in Toyota Camry 5sFE?
Oil leaks from the vicinity of the passenger-side front wheel may indicate a need to replace the timing belt and seals. The 5SFE is a “non-interference” engine, meaning that if the belt breaks while the car is running, the valves and pistons are unlikely to be damaged.
What kind of engine does a Toyota Camry have?
The Toyota 5SFE motor is a four-cylinder, 2.2 liter, timing-belt-driven, double overhead cam (DOHC) engine design. This motor is commonly found in the Camry, Celica, MR2 and RAV4 from 1990 to 2001. (For a six-cylinder Camry, see my article on MZFE timing belt replacement). 5SFE timing belt diagram