Q: VTC activator rattle on a 2006 Honda Civic Sport
I have a 2006 Honda Civic Sport. It has a VTC activator rattle. As far as I know, it is due to VTC losing pressure and the pin coming open. When it cold starts, it rattles until the all pressure is built.
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