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Tiny
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  • 1997 SUBARU LEGACY
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 45,500 MILES
When I start the car it seems to make a slight tapping sound. It goes away after it warms up but I'm just curious if there is something going on. Rides great, no shakes, transmission shifts perfect.
Tuesday, March 31st, 2020 AT 5:43 PM

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Tiny
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Good evening,

Sounds like the lifter are sticking when it is cold.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/engine-noises

Change the oil and add some lifter modifier to see what happens.

Can you upload a video of the noise?

Roy
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Tuesday, March 31st, 2020 AT 6:00 PM
Tiny
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Thanks. I will upload video tomorrow. Appreciate it.
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Tuesday, March 31st, 2020 AT 6:11 PM
Tiny
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You are welcome.

We will be here for you.

Roy
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Tuesday, March 31st, 2020 AT 6:15 PM

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