1994 Nissan Maxima Car ticks

1994 NISSAN MAXIMA
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SKITTLEZ
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Engine Performance problem
1994 Nissan Maxima 6 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic
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Some times the check engine light comes on but will go off,also the engine ticks but it also will stop in a few minutes.What could that be from.
May 13, 2008 at 10:39 AM
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MHPAUTOS
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Hi there,

Have a scan done to check for any set fault codes first, the engine tick may be lack of oil around a valve lifter or excessive clearance, these area shim type adjustment, if an engine service has not be done do this and have the valve clearances checked.

Mark (mhpautos)
May 13, 2008 at 10:22 PM
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