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2014 Mercedes-Benz GL450 4.6L Valve train clatter
Posted to European Engine on 9/6/2019 7 Replies

Engine makes a distinct tapping as if one single cam follower (ie. rocker arm) is loose due to a collapsed compensator element. This is NOT a timing chain rattle or cam timer rattle on startup. We are familiar with those scenarios and their repair, no need...

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car Vehicle Data

2014 Mercedes-Benz GL450

VIN 4JGDF7CEXE
Engine4.6 L / 8 cyl / GAS
Trans7-speed Automatic (Electronic)
DeliveryFuel Injection
AffectedValve Train Clatter
ConditionsAll Times
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car Vehicle Data

2014 Mercedes-Benz GL450

VIN 4JGDF7CEXE
Engine4.6 L / 8 cyl / GAS
Trans7-speed Automatic (Electronic)
DeliveryFuel Injection
AffectedValve Train Clatter
ConditionsAll Times