Why does my Kia Sportage's engine make a rattling noise?

I noticed that my Kia Sportage's engine has started making a loud rattling noise while idling. What could be causing this and is it something I need to get checked out?

Hi Luke, the rattling noise could be due to a variety of reasons, such as a worn-out timing chain or a faulty tensioner. It's best to get it checked out by a mechanic as soon as possible to avoid any potential damage to your engine.

Hey Luke, I had a similar issue with my Kia Sportage and it turned out to be a loose heat shield on the exhaust. It's an easy fix, but it's still important to have it looked at to prevent any further damage.

Luke, I've experienced a rattling noise on my Kia Sportage before and it turned out to be a faulty bearing in the alternator. It's best to take it to a mechanic and have them check all the components to pinpoint the exact cause.