engine ticking 2Ltr

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picklep2013
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engine ticking 2Ltr

Post by picklep2013 » Mon Jul 07, 2014 4:53 pm

I have noticed a ticking noise from my engine. Increases/decreases with revs so must be engine related. This noise goes away when the engine is nicely warmed up. 2002 2Ltr Bongo Auto. I thought tappets but not sure and if it is does this veh have a hydraulic system. :?: can you help
teenmal
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Re: engine ticking 2Ltr

Post by teenmal » Tue Jul 08, 2014 10:01 am

Yes it sound like the HLA might be loosing prime.

Any decent garage should be able to pinpoint the cause.

PS, not saying it will cure the problem but it might be worthwhile getting an engine flush done and changing the filter.
picklep2013
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Re: engine ticking 2Ltr

Post by picklep2013 » Tue Jul 08, 2014 1:14 pm

Thanks Teenmal. I will take her to see her machanic, hope not too expensive!
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