Ford Escort tapping in engine

Car: Ford Escort
Variant: 1.8
Model Year: 1998
Categories: Engine & Drivetrain
more when engine is cold there is tapping inside it quite loud oil level fine, any ideas to stop tapping or as engine near had it thanks
Posted: Dec 29, 2011 (12 years ago)
Sounds like hydraulic tappets . If not been done for a while , changing oil / filter using correct grade and good oil might help .Can also get hydraulic tappet cleaner additive from any good accessory store if needed .
Posted Dec 29, 2011 (12 years ago)

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