1995 Other Mitsubishi Models

FRACKFERRETPAWS

MEMBER
1995 MITSUBISHI

Noises problem
1995 Other Mitsubishi Models 6 cyl Manual

I left my car for three weeks while I was on vacation. On returning, I started the car and I hear a consistent tapping noise coming from the engine. The frequency increases and decreases with acceleration and deceleration. The volume stays the same. I noticed that it was about a 1/2 quart below the lower "add oil" mark on the dipstick and I added a quart of oil which brought the level to about halfway between the minimum and maximum marks on the dipstick. Also, could this be a gas brand problem? I always use premium grade in my car no matter where I fill it up.

3 Replies

MHPAUTOS

MECHANIC
31,937 POSTS

Hi there,

You sound as if you have a faulty lash adjuster, try doing an engine service and add a good quality oil flush first,

Mark (mhpautos)

Was this

answer

helpful?

Yes

No

Friday, August 1st, 2008 AT 4:36 AM

FRACKFERRETPAWS

MEMBER
2 POSTS

Thanks for your answer. I am a woman who has little knowledge re: cars, but I love my 3000GT. I'll have my dad do the oil change you recommended, but I guess I'll have to take it in to Mitsubishi to have them do the engine service. Does a lash adjuster have something to do with the valves? When I take it in I want to appear like I have an idea of what the problem may be.