2002 ML500 Cold Engine Startup noise

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2002 ML500 Cold Engine Startup noise

03-21-2005, 12:43 PM

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Have the valve cover removed on the side that has the noise & check the lifters. ANY that are loose will need replacement!

IF the engine oil runs 12K-15K even with 0-W40 Mobil1 there will be sludge in the engine! YOU need to change the oil at 10K MAX miles!

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