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Acura TSX

Report: Loud Rattle Type Noise from Engine After Cold Start

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Model Years Affected: 2004, 2006, 2009, 2010

Average Mileage: 75,500 mi (63,500 mi - 108,000 mi)

A loud rattle type noise may be noted from the engine after a cold start. This can be caused by a faulty valve timing control actuator. Replacing the failed actuator will commonly correct this noise issue.

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Visitor, 2009 Acura TSX, 71,000 mi

Same issue...horrific noise made at cold start. Need to take it in. Wanted to check here first.

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Visitor, 2009 Acura TSX, 63,500 mi

A loud rattle type noise may be noted from the engine after a cold start.

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Visitor, 2009 Acura TSX, 71,000 mi

Same issue...horrific noise made at cold start. Need to take it in. Wanted to check here first.

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Visitor, 2009 Acura TSX, 63,500 mi

A loud rattle type noise may be noted from the engine after a cold start.

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