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Old Aug 26, 2024 | 04:09 PM
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Clicking sound
My engine makes almost a clacking sound that goes away and comes back on cold starts and stops when it warms up. Anyone have any idea what it could be?
 
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Old Aug 26, 2024 | 05:08 PM
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How many miles?

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I drive a 97 F150 4.6 V8 XLT model
 
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181k miles, it runs smooth other than the clicking noise. It doesn’t affect the way it runs, just annoying lol
 
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Broken manifold bolts?
 
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To me it means the oil pressure isn't where it supposed to be on start up.

Check oil level first.
When was last oil and filter change?
What brand of oil filter was used ? Needs to be a Motorcraft.
 
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