DiscerningInfusco

Well, I said that I'd keep you posted on the CEL and misfires I had about two days ago, and after starting her up last night, there were no more issues. I'm not sure if it was the fuel, weather (condensation), fact that I was parked on an incline or the fuel pump, but she ran like a champ last night. The only thing I noticed (or paid attention to) is the amount of noise the valves make. They're rather loud (clip clip clip), is that normal, or does everyone else's engine quiet? Sounds okay to me, but you can never be too safe.

Orangeblood

I think i remember someone saying they had misfire issues with valves clicking. It ended up being a loose spark plug. But it could be something more though. Keep us posted.

DiscerningInfusco

Aren't the valves suppose to click a little? I mean. it's not loud loud.. but you can hear it.

Orangeblood

At least nothing that can be heard whithout putting your head close to the valve cover.

daveak05

A ticking of injectors is normal, like Orangeblood says. A clacking noise at valves would not be normal. Is it during a cold start and then quiets down? Or is it there when engine warm? You may have a sticky lifter, or oil visc problem(too thin or too thick).

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applejacks

how can a noob tell between injector and valve noise?

DiscerningInfusco

valve noise pings a bit more... injectors tap

applejacks

okay, thanks.