Why does my Audi A5's engine make a rattling noise on start-up?

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Why does my Audi A5's engine make a rattling noise on start-up?

I recently purchased an Audi A5 and noticed that upon starting the engine, there is a rattling noise for a few seconds before disappearing. Is this normal? Should I be concerned?

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**James** · Answer 1 · 2025-11-13T22:40:05+00:00

Yes, it is normal for the engine to make a rattling noise on start-up. This is caused by the timing chain tensioners being slack and will resolve itself within a few seconds.

Why does my Audi A5's engine make a rattling noise on start-up?

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