Engine started making a tapping noise

Tiny
DAZZA26N01
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  • 2002 RENAULT CLIO
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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?
Saturday, March 17th, 2012 AT 8:41 PM

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Tiny
RASMATAZ
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Check the oil pressure with a mechanical gauge if its within specs-start here
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Saturday, March 17th, 2012 AT 9:33 PM
Tiny
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I will try that thankyou.
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Sunday, March 18th, 2012 AT 11:30 AM

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