Aj forjohn
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AJ I have a 2000 Ford Ranger 4.0 that has ticking noises sounds like it's coming from the bottom of the engine not sure what to do.
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Do you have 4.0L SOHC or is it an OHV 4.0L?
If it's a SOHC... you may have timing chain guide and tensioner issues. Caution... if this is the case... having it let loose will destroy the engine. I've noticed this on a couple... seems it will always do it on a cold start. Doesn't last long... kinda sounds like a drum roll for about a second or two.
Anytime I hear what I believe is engine noise... I check oil pressure... with a mechanics gauge. Ticking noises are typically associated with the upper end. Knocking comes from the lower end.
On a cold engine... if you take the fan belt off and run the engine without the accessories and fan fan making noise... it may help you isolate the origins.
If it's a SOHC... you may have timing chain guide and tensioner issues. Caution... if this is the case... having it let loose will destroy the engine. I've noticed this on a couple... seems it will always do it on a cold start. Doesn't last long... kinda sounds like a drum roll for about a second or two.
Anytime I hear what I believe is engine noise... I check oil pressure... with a mechanics gauge. Ticking noises are typically associated with the upper end. Knocking comes from the lower end.
On a cold engine... if you take the fan belt off and run the engine without the accessories and fan fan making noise... it may help you isolate the origins.
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