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Mazda
3
Engine
Camshaft
Lifter
Tick
2004 Mazda 3 2.3 liter -
2004 MAZDA 3
83,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • MANUAL
JOHNBOY57
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while idling at engine temperature, I'm experiencing lifter tick coming from #1 and 4 cylinders what are the possible causes?
Jan 21, 2010 at 9:56 PM
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KHLOW2008
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Hi johnboy57,
Thank you for the donation.
If the noise are from the valve lifters, possible causes are :
1. Excessive valve clearance.
2. Abnormal wear on the camlobes.
You would need to remove thge valve cover to inspect the camshaft lobes and measure the valve clearance.
Jan 22, 2010 at 10:54 AM