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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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Old Aug 26, 2024 | 05:11 PM
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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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Old Aug 26, 2024 | 05:53 PM
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Broken manifold bolts?
 
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Old Aug 26, 2024 | 06:25 PM
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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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