I just turned 80,000 yesterday on mine. The ticking noise you describe I usually got
last winter when I started the engine. After 5 mins or so it went away.
The stalling problem is one I'm sharing with you at the moment. I've read that it might
be the IAC (idle air controller) -- could be dirty. Some guys here are cleaning theirs
with various chemicals. The service manual says to replace not clean. I might try
cleaning first just to save some $$$.
I've always used 5w-30 in the engine so I don't think that's the problem.
- Jim
'96 Mystique GS, Ztech - ATX,
with CD changer, Sylvania Cool Blues, sunroof, keyless entry, and 9mm blue wires
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