limamike
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- 2008 Explorer XLT 4X4
Hey everyone,
I was driving my 2008 Ford Explorer yesterday when, out of nowhere, a loud and irregular noise started coming from the engine bay. No warning lights, no performance issues leading up to it—just a sudden harsh mechanical sound.
From the tone and rhythm of it, I’m thinking it might be a timing chain or tensioner issue (I know the '08 Explorer uses a chain, not a belt), but I’m not 100% sure. I'd really appreciate any thoughts from folks who’ve dealt with something similar.
Here’s what I’ve noticed:
Any insight on whether this sounds like timing chain-related failure or something else entirely would be super helpful. Also curious if anyone has experience with timing chain rattle or guide failure on the 4.0L SOHC engine.
I was driving my 2008 Ford Explorer yesterday when, out of nowhere, a loud and irregular noise started coming from the engine bay. No warning lights, no performance issues leading up to it—just a sudden harsh mechanical sound.
From the tone and rhythm of it, I’m thinking it might be a timing chain or tensioner issue (I know the '08 Explorer uses a chain, not a belt), but I’m not 100% sure. I'd really appreciate any thoughts from folks who’ve dealt with something similar.
Here’s what I’ve noticed:
- The noise is consistent and sounds like it’s coming from the front/top of the engine
- No loss of power when the sound started
- No oil light or check engine light
- I’ve attached a video so you can hear it for yourself
Any insight on whether this sounds like timing chain-related failure or something else entirely would be super helpful. Also curious if anyone has experience with timing chain rattle or guide failure on the 4.0L SOHC engine.
