Why Does the Engine Make Loud Noises When Cold?

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DiPeyton
07/30/25 3:48am
Engine cold start loud noise reasons are: Engine oil does not meet standards or excessive amount is added, increasing the stirring resistance of the crankshaft connecting rod; unsuitable oil viscosity; excessive engine carbon deposits, aggravating cylinder and piston wear; mixing different brands of engine oil; failure to change oil on time. Solutions for engine cold start loud noises are: Refer to the maintenance manual or driving environment and frequency to change oil regularly; use the same brand or same grade of engine oil; clean the three-way catalytic converter and throttle carbon deposits; add the gasoline grade recommended in the vehicle manual. Hazards of an excessively cold engine include: The temperature of the mixture entering the cylinder is too low, deteriorating the quality of the combustible mixture, making ignition difficult or combustion slow, leading to reduced engine power; unvaporized fuel washes away and dilutes the oil film on the surface of parts, accelerating part wear.
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