Possible Tick?
11-12-2012, 05:06 AM
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Possible Tick?
I was leaving my buddy's house last night and when I started up the jeep, I heard what sounded like a ticking coming from the engine. It only lasted for about 2-3 seconds, then went away. I'm no mechanic, but I've heard engines tick before and it sounded almost the same. I'll probably check the oil level when I get home from class. Any suggestions as to the cause of the problem or the solution? Thanks y'all!
11-12-2012, 05:37 AM
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Yeah that was my original thought. I just find it strange because it doesn't normally do that. Hopefully it's just a one time thing, and I don't have an oil burner 
11-12-2012, 10:19 AM
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Well, I have the 3.8 so I don't think that's my issue lol. It seemed normal today when I drove, so I'm thinking the oil cycled out.
11-12-2012, 10:34 AM
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Sounds like the anti-drain back valve on the filter. I've tried different filters and found that the stock filter was the best of the couple I tried. You'll get a tick at start up if the filter drained back.