Smwal07

I have a 2000, Acura TL with 209,067. I had my transmission filter changed and my intake manifold cleaned. I've had a host of issue's that led to these jobs being done. After this job was done and the car was started I'm now hearing a ticking noise that I've never experienced before. If any has any advice it's greatly appreciated. Is it possible that either job was not done properly and has caused the ticking noise?

thoiboi

Valve adjustment? When was the last time it was done

Smwal07

@thoiboi I've had the car since March 2014, I don't believe the valves have been touched at least not since I've had it. I would also like to mention that part of the reason for the intake manifold cleaning is because I'm having a start problem, my boyfriend thought it was the fuel pump, last October he brought a used fuel pump and replaced it himself. A mechanic told me that the valves should have been adjusted or something to affect that when you change the fuel pump something must done to the valves. I'm not sure if you can elaborate on that. Thank you for your response!

TLer trash

Has anyone messed with the spark plugs? Often, a ticking noise is the first sign of a loose spark plug. Some exhaust manifold leaks sound like ticking as well.

01tl4tl

a mechanics stethoscope- 5 dollars at harbor freight tools or under 10 dollars at any parts store, use it just like the Doctor!!-
Find the noise quickly
The tool has a long pointed tip probe that looks like meat thermometer
Picks up the slightest tick- tock- bad noises in the block~

Fuel pump is a rare failure, maybe the FPR fuel pressure relay has its well known issue
Have a read thru our DIY section and learn whats really wrong with your car!
The section Problems and fixes may be of help to you as well

Smwal07

@TLer trash no more ticking I am definitely going to have the plugs changed though. Unfortunately I'm still having the start problem

Smwal07

Thank you for your reply, I'm going to have to look into the relay that you mentioned. Unfortunately my fuel pump was done yesterday, yet and still after the car ran for about 30 - 45 mins, I went to pick my son up, so the car sat for about 10 - 15 mins, it would not start. It's so annoying because the car is running so smooth after getting the transmission serviced and intake cleaned. It's running smoother than it was before I brought it. I'm going to research the relay and I'll definitely follow up. Again, Thank you for your reply!

SuperGreg

After doing my 200K maintenance I heard ticking under the hood. I don't recall hearing it before, but I couldn't imagine what I could have done to cause it. Finally tracked it down to an emissions control solenoid (I can't recall the exact function) behind the brake fluid reservoir. It ticks constantly at certain times. I see other people complaining about this ticking since their cars were brand new. I don't know if I just started noticing it or it just started doing it. Anyway, something to check.

SuperGreg

I re-read the OP and just wanted to point out, one of the things I did during my 200K maintenance was to clean the EGR ports in my intake. I had a wild ass guess that this had something to do with the solenoid making noise now, but thought it was far-fetched. Dunno. Lemme know if you're able to check that solenoid. I think it will say Denso on the side or top.

Smwal07

Thank you for your reply! I will definitely look into that. I was just told that my ecu needs to be replaced because of the hot start problem that I'm having. I love my Acura but it's becoming a bit of a financial headache. I'm definitely going to delve into the high mileage maintenance after the computer is taken car of. Thanks Again!

01tl4tl

I really doubt you need an ECU! Most likely is the typical hot start issue of FPR = fuel pressure regulator,,do a search for it on here -
I have seen post with book diagram of part and location recently
There is also a problem with solder on the back of a relay board- can be diy by the neighbor who knows how to solder.

If not going to an acura specialist shop = you will get hosed- The average shop doesnt know the secrets we do~
replace ECU--INDEED!!! they have a boat payment to make~

hey 01acls this is your area of expertise--what do you think?

01tl4tl

Did they use Honda ATF? with the trans filter change?

Smwal07

Welp! The ecu was replaced and still a start problem. I already did the fuel pressure regulator, I'm not sure if it is an issue that I did the FPR about 2 months ago. After the ecu was replaced they received the code for the fuel temp sensor. What do you think about that diagnosis?

Smwal07

I know that the transmission fluid came from Napa. I'm not sure what was done when he replaced the transmission filter.

SuperGreg

Sounds to me like whoever is working on the car doesn't know the car very well, or isn't good at diagnosis, and you're burning money chasing problems. my $0.02