Squeaky noise under hood

1996 FORD RANGER
140,000 MILES • 3.0L • 6 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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JASOFFE
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Noise seems like coming around valve covers possibly and starts a little after starting.
Apr 1, 2017 at 5:07 AM
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HMAC300
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first take belt off and start engine see if it does it if not then check tensioner, alternator. if it still does it pull valve cover off and see if you can see any wear marks on rocker arms.
Apr 1, 2017 at 5:51 AM
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Can you take a video of the noise and then post the link to this website it really helps with noise problems.

Best, Ken
Apr 4, 2017 at 3:34 AM
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