1991 Jaguar XJ6 lifters

1991 JAGUAR XJ6
134,700 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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EVENINGSHADE
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My Jag runs well but there is a lot of lifter noise...sounds like a sewing machine. Can the lifters be adjusted ?
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Jun 18, 2008 at 2:09 PM
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JAMES W.
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No, the lifters are self adjusting. They may be worn to the point where they can't maintain pressure or, the cam lobe(s) may be worn. You check the cam by pulling the valve cover.
Oct 7, 2008 at 9:25 AM
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