Recent 08 Avalon Owner with an issue - Toyota Nation Forum : Toyota Car and Truck Forums

chill11 · 03-14-2011, 03:10 PM

I just purchased an 08 Avalon(touring) with 40k miles on it. So far everything is operating great. The only hiccup so far has been that then engine compartment produces a noticeable "ping" or "knocking" noise for the 1st 10-15mins. of driving. I noticed a recall and plan on taking it into local dealer. Is there anything I should be on the lookout for when interacting with dealer, I hear it is a atleast a full day job. I assume/hope that the noise is not damaging to the engine? Any input would be greatly appreciated.

chill11

***TrailDust*** · 03-14-2011, 03:15 PM

Welcome to the nation, Chill!

Let me move your thread over to the Avalon forum so the other members there can help you out.

***Tom in Tacoma*** · 03-14-2011, 03:15 PM

Hi and welcome to TN and to Avalon ownership!

You might want to join in the 3rd Gen Avalon forum discussions. The topic of engine noise comes up from time to time there. Might want to do a search on the topic and read what we've hashed out before.

billberry12 · 03-14-2011, 08:35 PM

Relax. Common to this car. No worries. Get the recalls done, and drive it forever.

chill11 · 03-15-2011, 07:42 AM

Appreciate that. Will do.

hghflyrjd1 · 03-15-2011, 09:17 AM

Same here alil noise on first start up once warm its ON....lol I love my AvaDon.

grandpapa · 03-15-2011, 11:28 AM

so what recall (ref. number please) are you guys referred to for the knocking noise?

Kellc1 · 03-15-2011, 02:19 PM

The noise, if it is a ticking sound, that goes away when the engine warms up, is likely the injectors, and from what I have learned (believe it or not) is supposed to be a good thing!