One problem related to engine rattling and whining sounds has been reported for the 2000 Chevrolet Venture. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2000 Chevrolet Venture based on all problems reported for the 2000 Venture.
During an idle situation, (at rest or in motion), a high pitched, intermitent, whistling sound is eminating from the left side engine compartment. This corresponds in occurrence frequency to a variation in interior/exterior light intensity (flickering). Once moving (engine not idling), noise & light intensity variation goes away.