I hope this is not a repost, but I've recently noticed a small ticking sound from the engine. It's the sound that those big trucks makewhen you park next to them, you know - tick, tick, tick ,tick. I was wondering if this is normal. My TL only has 5K on her. Thanks

 

maybe its a bomb?

No, seriously have no clue what you are talking about, I can't think of a truck making a tick sound.

 

Expand/shrink by hot and cold underneath the car???

 

i think i know what you mean... it's when engine is idling right? more noticable if you open the hood? almost sounds kinda abnormal, but i'm not sure what it is. anyone else getting this?

 

It does seem more noticable when idling. I did open the hood to check it out and it seems like its coming from the rear portion of the engine.

The ticking sound I'm talking about sounds like the sound from a desil truck or something to that effect. I've only noticed it now and not during the winter. The sound is more prominent through the driver's side.

 

Valve Lifter noise? Dunno

Some people have had the ticking noise go away (on other cars) by switching oils. Try pouring some Havoline 5w-30 SM/GF-4 in there. It might help, it wouldn't hurt.

Michael

 

Check this link. It may explain what's causing that ticking sound http://autorepair.about.com/cs/troub...a011902a_4.htm

 

Thanks. I'll have the dealer look into it. I guess I'm the only one with this issue.

 

I've noticed it 1 week before I did my 1st oil change. I now have mobile 1 in my car.

 

It should be to early, but that can happen with worn bearings on your belt driven accesories. THe ticking is characteristic of desal trucks. I am not positive what causes it though. Either way, it is not the same reason for your TL, cause thats obviously not diesel. Get it checked out, better safe the sorry.

 

Probably only injecter noise.

 

I'll ride with Michaels guess. Valve Lifters!

 

What lifters?

 

Well, technically the adjustment between the valve stem and rocker arm may be out of specification.

 

i also say it's most likely valve lifters, if it's a soft and constant ticking sound... which is unusual on a new car. i'd call the dealership in advance and reserve a loaner... it'll take at least a few hours to fix.

 

any way for someone to record a short clip of their engine?

 

i can record it, but i'd need someone to host it for me. any volunteers?

 

Me too.

I think it's solenoids from fuel ingectors.

 

one of your "bring to dealer for fixin" milestones in your manual says they will adjust rockers if noisy. maybe you're there already

 

i can host it, or you can try www.uploadhut.com not sure if that works. yup! if you want me to host it, drop me a PM

 

https://acurazine.com/forums/showthr...t=engine+noise

 

I asked the service manager and he says this was the reason. However, I did not recall hearing this a couple of months ago.

 

Thanks,
but most of these posters claim that the noise goes away after the engine is warmed up. Mine still ticks after 10 to 15 minutes. I think I'll have to insist that the dealer adjust the valves like some have suggested.

 

have yo read any other postings about injectors being the cause?

print out the TSB for noisy engine, it plainly states that the tappets need adjusting.

 

From my experience... "Tick tick tick" That sound is normal. I took the car in to the dealer and did side by side test. When I first got this car I was freaking out cuz of the engine noise. It was alot different than my other Honda V6 engine sound. It just takes time getting use to.

Think of it as if you are dating a new girl. They all nag differently.

Just take the car to the dealer, and have them give you a print out as a proof that you came into the shop with engine problem. If something happens down the road... you can have them fix it beyond your 48 month?

Good luck!

 

INTERESTING REPLY ON THE "tick tick tick" that is what my post was a few messages down . . . i describe it as a purr or a in motin sewing machine.. Its funny how we all analyze things after others post.. and the girlfriend reference is so true..................... i had a 99 accord coup ex v6 prior and in my opinion had a smoother ride and less vibrating engine... but i still love my TL