2007 Honda Pilot 4WD 163000 miles. I consistently hear a rattle at around 2000 RPM while driving. It goes away when accelerating moderately, but returns if I keep the engine speed around 2000 RPM. The rattle sounds like a heat shield, but I checked all the heat shields and they are on tight. I also inspected in and around the drive shafts and prop shaft and I don't see any rubbing or interference.
Also, I notice that when I slow down and almost come to a stop and then accelerate, I hear what appears to be a slapping noise (one slap, no vibration) when I lift off the brake pedal. Almost like some slack in a line has been taken up. I don't see any loose wires or hoses under the car. Does anyone have any ideas or places to start looking to track down these noises?
