Hi all. A few days ago my '96 SW2 DOHC began emitting about a half a second of rattle, every two seconds, from under the hood. Like clockwork.
I noticed that the air conditioner clutch was turning the compressor about a half-turn each time the rattle occurs, so since the airco leaked out last year I disconnected the clutch wire. The clutch no longer turns but I stil l have the rattle.
I should note that a couple months ago my girlfriend and I jumped the car w ith the cables reversed for about ten seconds, eliminating radio, fog light s, and rear defrost functions. Since I am disabled I have been waiting for warmer weather to address these.
I plan to have the local autozone check for codes but since this new issue sounds like damage might be occurring I thought I would ask the experts her e ASAP.
Thanks for reading.