Sprinter 316 diesel engine noise

[Merci]

Hi,

Engine noise from 2002 316 Sprinter van on start up that goes away when press clutch.

Any ideas anyone?

Thanks

 

[turbopete]

sounds like the clutch release bearing rattling. many diesels seem to do this, especially on larger vehicles like vans. its usually harmless. the clutch usually fails before the bearing does