1996 Vauxhall Corsa cicking noise in engine

1996 VAUXHALL CORSA
10,800 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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TYRESEAL
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the noise is like i have a tappet problem.it increases when i accelerate and decreases wen i let it idle.
Sep 18, 2009 at 9:56 AM
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DAVE H
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check the oil level is correct .. have the lifters/tappets checked you may have one sticking !!
Sep 19, 2009 at 5:26 AM
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