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Engine clatter on startup

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Main Forum' started by Lakerat, Oct 4, 2020.

  1. Lakerat

    Lakerat New Member

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    I have a 2014 Prius base model that has a startup engine knock to address this I replaced the coil packs, sparkplugs , and injectors t were professionally cleaned and I still have a startup engine knock I am stumped with this problem any help will be appreciated. Thanks
     
    #1 Lakerat, Oct 4, 2020
  2. tvpierce

    tvpierce Senior Member

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    Welcome.

    Search "misfire on start up" and you'll get losts of reading. Clean the entire EGR circuit (cooler, pipe, valve, and small ports in the intake manifold), install a oil catch can, and see if that helps.
     
    #2 tvpierce, Oct 7, 2020
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  3. taxidriver50005

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    Does it rattle every start up or only acationally

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    #3 taxidriver50005, Oct 30, 2020
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