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Old Feb 11, 2014 | 08:02 PM
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G'day,

I am breaking in a 2014 ultra limited.
I have noticed on cold start up a slight grinding type noise a few seconds after start up that lasts for a couple of seconds.
Anyone know what might be making this noise - lifters?
Should I be worried or is it normal?
 
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Old Feb 12, 2014 | 09:09 AM
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I've only got 1700 miles on my limited, and have not heard any grinding. The coldest I have started her has been about 55°.
I would definitely check it out too see whats the problem.

I was in Sydney a couple of months ago, and it was not "cold" then.
 
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