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Old 01-23-2002, 12:27 PM
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Re: My C230 sounds like a diesel when cold

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Originally posted by benzoC230
I have a '97 C230 which sounds like a diesel when the engine is cold. As it warms up, it sounds just fine. Just wondering if this is normal?? I describe the sound as a diesel because several people have asked if it is a diesel when I fire it up.

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Cehck the oil level. The hydraulic cam-follower pin may not get sufficient oil when cold.
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