Engine rattle and timing out

Unread post by **redangler** » 24 Sep 2020, 19:31

Hi my Berlingo 5d petrol engine stalled on my drive when I got it going it sounded like a tank. The RAC guy came and checked the fuel which was clean. The oil is fine. It’s done 96k and is 2005 reg and has run as sweet as a nut. Could it have dropped a valve? Could this be its death rattle. Any advice would be welcome. I have no experience and could tell you where the plugs are if this could be a problem. It’s the harsh rattle that has got me worried.
Thanks in advance

GiveMeABreak · Unread post by **GiveMeABreak** » 24 Sep 2020, 19:38

If it sounds like a loud rasping noise, check the turbo air hose - even a slight hole / split can make this sound.

Unread post by **Paul-R** » 24 Sep 2020, 19:39

Was the RAC guy there when the engine was running? he should surely know what it sounds like.

wheeler · Unread post by **wheeler** » 25 Sep 2020, 09:44

GiveMeABreak wrote: 24 Sep 2020, 19:38 If it sounds like a loud rasping noise, check the turbo air hose - even a slight hole / split can make this sound.

No turbo on a 2005 Petrol Berlingo.

Any warning lights or fault codes? What exact engine do you have. They certainly aint known for dropping valves. First port of call would probably be a compression test and/or borescope into the combustion chamber. You can buy a half decent endoscope that connects to a laptop for under £20.

GiveMeABreak · Unread post by **GiveMeABreak** » 25 Sep 2020, 11:33

Of course - didn't see the petrol reference.

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