Non SVX engine prob.
 

Sorry about the non-svx post, but i dont know who else to ask.

The car: 97 grand cherokee 5.2L - 190,000 miles.

Problem: For the first 5 or so seconds after I start it, the valves (i think) make the worst clacking noise. It sounds absolutely horrible. After that point, all goes quiet and the car runs like new.

any thoughts?

-Mike

Sounds like start up oil starvation to me. :eek: ;)

Re: Non SVX engine prob.
 

Hydralic lifters not being "hydralic'd"? (Until the oil gets em)

Randy (Same thing in my Galant years ago) ii

I was going thru the service records, and noted the oil hasnt been changed in almost a year. THAT might be something to do. Wow that's embarassing.

-Mike

You might try what's worked for me over the years - any multiple of 3000 is time for service, i.e. 66,000, 69,000, 72,000... *hates the little tags in the window - can't read them without squinting*

Beav