1995 Mazda MX-3 "stop engine rod knocking" Questions

...it, get out and see if it loader on top or the bottom of the engine. This sounds like typical rod knock. especially when it goes away when you add oil. This would be a rebuild or engine

...stop my rods from knocking There is no cure for that other than taking out the engine and tearing it down and replacing the rod bearings. There is probably too much clearance between the bearings and ...

...STOP DRIVING, new engine or rebuild required, a knock from the rear of the engine could be loose pressure plate on clutch assembly, that is if it is a manual, STOP DRIVING. a rattle from top end is ...

...to possibly rebuild that engine stop running it before it does lock up Highly unlikely it's a rod knock , more likely to be a cam noise , recon kits are cheap enough but needs to be diagnosed first

...engine, and A rod bearing, or rod knocking is about the same thing. Dont try the heavier oil thing, I hate when ppl suggest such stuff. Just replace the bearing, or in most cases and cost efficent, ...

...the connecting shaft get worn it will knock . Stop driving the auto have it have it checked out ASAP if you don't you stand a chance of putting the rod through the engine. Then it toast. Good

...stop engine from knocking Depends upon reason for knocking. Octane starvation knock simply requires that you run mid-grade or premium fuel. Rod knock means you are either low on oil or have excessive ...

...stop sign... could this be sludge at timing chain tensioner? or is my best to swap out engine? the car drives fine except that rattle/knock which is real loud at start for a few seconds then is just ...

...engine after driving the car a few miles. I get on the freeway then 15 minutes later when I exit and come to a stop I can hear the noise. Sounds "clank clank clank" you have a rod knocking in the ...

...usually help you, but it won't solve the problem it will just stop the noise for a little bit. there is no oil in the oil pan theres this knock when i try to start engine what could be wrong with ...