99 maxima
sounds timing chain/tensioner related. But I’m not sure. Other people on the maxima forum have posted videos of bad tensioners and chains and this sounds pretty different. Does it at idle mostly…
I appreciate any input
not sure on the maxima but almost every 90s nissan ive had always needs badly designed chain guides removed or replaced with an upgraded part, its usually pretty cheap and easy and obviously good insurance
That is very strange. Does it stop when you touch the timing cover?
Negative.
I forget how hard it is to get the serpentine belt off these cars… Pulling it could eliminate it being the alt, ps pump, ac comp, or an idler… if it’s easy, just a thought…
There’s not much over on that side of the motor. Oil pump, timing chain or rods…