It makes a ticking sound after using or driving it

2004 TOYOTA RAV4
114,300 MILES
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ATISMAEL
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after driving my rav4 the engine makes a ticking sound...
Oct 17, 2011 at 8:24 AM
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DOCFIXIT
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Light tapping from valve cover area? goes with RPMS?
Oct 17, 2011 at 8:32 AM
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ATISMAEL
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there is light tapping or ticking on the engine after using or when it is turn off
Oct 17, 2011 at 8:58 AM
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DOCFIXIT
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When engine off???
Oct 17, 2011 at 9:12 AM
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ATISMAEL
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yes... but when engine is on there is no sound...
Oct 17, 2011 at 9:25 AM
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KHLOW2008
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That should be the exhaust system cooling down and it is normal for most vehicles.
Oct 17, 2011 at 9:32 AM
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ATISMAEL
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ok thank you very much.. i really appreciate it... It gives me peace of mine to know that thanks
Oct 17, 2011 at 9:37 AM
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KHLOW2008
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Your're welcome.

Have a nice day.
Oct 17, 2011 at 9:53 AM
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