Ticking sound engine

Ticking sound that comes and goes sometimes louder than others.. no loss of power no loss of fluid... seems to run fine.. sound seems to be getting a little louder as of late..

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Posted on Feb 13, 2015

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Sounds like you need to have your valves checked and adjusted. Do it sooner rather than later. This can eventually cause serious damage to the engine if not taken care of.

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Posted on May 30, 2008

SOURCE: Ticking sound

hi try getting a service done make sure they use genuine toyota oil and filters

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Anonymous

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Posted on Oct 23, 2009

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May be time for a tune up .Plugs wires and a fuel filter should smarten it up.

Anonymous

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Posted on Feb 13, 2010

SOURCE: Power steeering started makin a noise & noise

belts were put on too tight or have gotten too loose after they were replaced. the nuts that hold the parts in place may not have been tight enough causing the parts to move , which loosens the belt. maybe the belts were stretched too tight when replaced,....... either will cause squealing...good luck

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Posted on Aug 31, 2012

SOURCE: toyota paseo engine ticking

Lifter may be worn or cam lobe is worn and is probably due a timing belt replacement as well.Sounds like just a high mileage problem lots of people complain of valve train noise from these engines its not uncommon. I would use a high mileage engine oil to help with the noise but i am afraid the noise is only going to get worse over time you may look into salvage engine with a warranty or having the engine rebuilt it sounds like it is already burning oil. The valve lash can be adjusted on this engine but if your not a mechanic i do not recommend this, it is very sensitive procedure and can damage the engine permanently. Take it to a shop have them check your valve lash and adjust it for the noise issue to save yourself some time and money on a very costly repair with improperly adjusted valve lash. Remember to rate my solution Thanks in advance.

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Posted on Sep 18, 2012

SOURCE: 97 tacoma has a light ticking that gets louder with higher rpms

could be anything from lifters to injectors I would have this inspected do you change you oil after 3000 miles?

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