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	 2003 Ford Thunderbird 3.9L Timing Chain 
		
		At start up there is a distinct rattle for about two to three seconds coming from the drivers side valve [...] sounds like a chain [...] I restart the engine the noise is not there and the engine runs smooth. . 
                        
                            Summary posted 7/1/2013
                             
                 
                            
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| VIN | 1FAHP60A03 | 
| Engine | 3.9 L / 8 cyl / GAS | 
| Trans | 5-speed Automatic (Electronic) | 
| Delivery | Fuel Injection | 
| Affected | Timing Chain | 
| Conditions | Rattle | 
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 Vehicle Data
                2003 Ford Thunderbird
| VIN | 1FAHP60A03 | 
| Engine | 3.9 L / 8 cyl / GAS | 
| Trans | 5-speed Automatic (Electronic) | 
| Delivery | Fuel Injection | 
| Affected | Timing Chain | 
| Conditions | Rattle | 
                            
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