engine started making a tapping noise

2002 RENAULT CLIO
800,000 MILES
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DAZZA26N01
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hi i recently bought a Renault clio and the engine has started making a tapping noise I've changed the engine oil too a thicker oil but still the same cud it be the tappets need adjusting?.

Noise coming from the engine as i go throw the gears it gets a bit quieter as i get too fifth gear?
Mar 17, 2012 at 8:41 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Check the oil pressure with a mechanical gauge if its within specs-start here
Mar 17, 2012 at 9:33 PM
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DAZZA26N01
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i will try that thankyou.
Mar 18, 2012 at 11:30 AM