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Does a bad harmonic balancer make a knocking noise?

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Yes. A bad harmonic balancer can make a knocking noise. The harmonic balancer works by dampening vibrations in the drivetrain, and worn dampers in the balancer can cause vibrations that result in a knocking sound.
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