fordcupcar
CEG'er
I have a 1998 CSVT with 115k. This noise started early last week. I'm going to try and explain it as best I can. It sounds like metal-on-metal tapping, similar to if you were to roll your tongue. It is VERY audible, and most noticeable on partial throttle. I thought it was something throttle related but when I pulled it in my garage I was still able to hear the noise at idle and other times. It's most noticeable at 2k RPM's stationary, or about 3.1k RPM's partial throttle, cruising in the city. However, as soon as you let off the throttle the noise almost goes away. I know it's still there though because like I said it's noticeable at every speed when I pull it in my garage. I took a screw driver and was unable to notice anything on othe valve covers. The noise goes along with engine speed though it is semi-inconsistent. It sounds like it's coming from the front portion of the engine, though it's hard to say whether it's more driver or passenger side.
I had planned on doing UIM/LIM rebuild but now I'd like to hear some ideas so if I tear the entire thing apart I can locate the problem a little easier.
It's way too loud to be an injector tick, and I know it's not pinging. I was thinking it's valve related, but I'm prepared for the worst.
I had planned on doing UIM/LIM rebuild but now I'd like to hear some ideas so if I tear the entire thing apart I can locate the problem a little easier.
It's way too loud to be an injector tick, and I know it's not pinging. I was thinking it's valve related, but I'm prepared for the worst.