Why does my Land Rover engine make knocking o r rattling noises and what could it mean?

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Why does my Land Rover engine make knocking o r rattling noises and what could it mean?

Many Land Rover owners report persistent engine noise like knocking, ticking, o r rattling especially during cold starts o r under load. This could indicate issues like timing chain wear, worn lifters, o r internal engine component stress that, if ignored, might lead to poor performance o r costly failures. What are the typical causes of these noises on Land Rover engines, how serious are they, and how should they be diagnosed and fixed in Pakistan?

Talha Kyanii asked on 11 Dec 2025 12:10:47 pm

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Gari Master - on 11 Dec 2025 12:11:50 pm

Knocking o r rattling in Land Rover engines is often caused by:

Timing chain wear o r slack: Land Rover engines, especially the V6 and V8, are known for timing chain stretch over time. This can produce a rattling sound at startup o r under acceleration.

Worn lifters o r cam followers: Hydraulic lifters may wear out, causing ticking o r knocking sounds.

Low-quality o r degraded fuel: In Pakistan, the use of inconsistent octane fuels can cause knocking pre-ignition in petrol engines.

Carbon buildup in combustion chambers: Can also cause knocking and reduced performance.

What to do:

Inspect timing chains and guides for wear.

Check lifters and valve operation.

Use recommended fuel grades.