Engine Noise on Start-Up, but Only Lasting a Few Seconds

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Cause	Correction
IMPORTANT: A cold piston knock which disappears in 1.5 minutes should be considered acceptable. A cold engine knock usually disappears when the specific cylinder's secondary ignition circuit is grounded out during diagnosis. A light rattle/tapping noise may indicate a valve train, upper engine concern, or a low rumble/knocking may indicate a crankshaft or piston, lower engine concern.
Incorrect engine oil, viscosity	Install the correct engine oil and oil filter. Refer to Engine Oil and Oil Filter Replacement .
Incorrect oil filter, without anti-drainback feature	Install the correct engine oil and oil filter. Refer to Engine Oil and Oil Filter Replacement .
Worn, damaged or improperly installed oil filter by-pass valve	Inspect the oil filter by-pass valve. Repair or replace damaged components as required.
High valve lifter leak down rate	Inspect the valve lifters. Repair or replace damaged components as required.
Worn, damaged or improperly installed crankshaft thrust bearing	Inspect the crankshaft. Inspect the crankshaft thrust bearing. Repair or replace damaged components as required.