Ok so i was looking at buying a 2000 dodge neon, but there was 1 problem i noticed with it. There is a slight knocking noise coming from the bottom of the motor which could possible be rod knock but i dont wanna jump to conclusions, when i rev the car past 1,500 rpms it goes away which could possible mean low oil pressure at idle. I was curious if u guys knew anything about this or had any ideas. would be greatly appreciated Thanks

 

how many miles?

 

98k

 

not to be an smartass but its an engine

 

If u let the car warm up a bit does it go away? Where do u live? Is it cold there? I know a common thing with Chrysler motors is when the oil is cold / thick from cold you might hear a little bit of knocking from the rods ... it sounds like metal on metal as your waiting for the motor to warm up...is it constant or does it go away?

 

ya it sounds like a slight metal on metal tapping, i didnt have the car at full operating temp. i was planning on going back saturday to look over it again and in regards to yaku yes u are trying to be a douche bag

 

yeah what I wouild do is start it up..let it warm up..drive it for 5 or 10 minutes, then take a listen again when its idleing and see if it goes away...