Worn Timing Chain Cassettes May Cause Rattling Noise From Engine: Ford Explorer Sport Trac Engine & Powertrain

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A rattling noise from the engine may indicate that the timing chain cassette is worn. Our technicians tell us that installing an updated cassette and timing chain tensioner should correct this concern.

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Worn Timing Chain Cassettes May Cause Rattling Noise From Engine on Ford Explorer Sport Trac

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