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Old 02-07-03, 06:04 AM
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Help!

I've noticed a strange noise when staring my LS400. I turn the key, the engine begins to turn, but just before the car starts i hear a knocking. has anyone had anything similar happen to them?

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Old 02-07-03, 06:27 AM
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Yes , it usually happens when I DON'T start the car
for 3-4 days , I think that ALL the oil drains off
and until it reaches the area where metal is on metal
then it goes away , but like I said , only when I leave it
for a few days. Day to day no noise at all.
Old 02-07-03, 08:42 AM
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check your power steering fluid......see if it is the right amount of fluid...it may be that there is a little. dont overfill it though
Old 02-07-03, 11:19 AM
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Had the same problem.Switched to mobile one.And that stopped the start up noise.It takes a little time before it starts controlling the noise.Give it a try.
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