Why does my GMC Sierra make a ticking sound when it starts?
Initially, the ticking only occurred once the engine was started. As time went on, the ticking became more frequent, to include upon engine start and while the vehicle was under load/accelerating. At approximately 108,000 miles, the tick became constant while the engine is running.
Is there a problem with my GMC Sierra?
GMC dealer diagnosed the problem as a failed lifter, which, apparently, has been a common problem in gm 5. 3l engines. A vehicle should not need a new engine, or even new lifters for that matter, at 100,000 miles.
Why did my GMC Sierra 1500 flywheel crack?
The flywheel had to have been defective at time of manufacturing. It just cracked for no good reason other than it was poorly made. 2012 GMC Sierra 1500 flywheel just cracked out of nowhere endangering the lives of an entire family and who knows who else if it had shattered. The vehicle was ticking after a morning start while sitting idle.
How many miles does it take to make a loud truck noise?
With approximately 68,000 miles on the truck now the noise is getting worse and is quite loud when you start it up in the morning. It also takes longer to disappear now. When you start to drive it, it is quite loud and you wonder if it is doing damage.
Why does my Chevy 5.3L make a ticking noise?
Regarding a ticking noise or misfire on 2005-2014 GM V8 engines. Therefore with AFM (Active Fuel Management, formerly known as displacement on demand (DoD)). Engine ticking or misfires seem to be happening on cylinders 1, 4, 6 and or 7 on the effected engines.
What kind of engine makes a ticking noise?
I had the same ticking in my 2010 Terrain. I have it in my ’14 Sierra. Common to direct inject engines. Mine has the ticking too. Very noticeable from outside the truck. Almost sounds like the lifter clatter from a solid lifter cam. I have it too, was planning on asking on my first service.
Where does the ticking noise come from in a van?
You van only hear it with the hood open and your head close to the engine. You can’t hear it otherwise. If yours is louder than that maybe you do have an issue. Maybe try another dealer? drew1186 wrote: It doesn’t sound like knocking and its not coming from the engine compartment.
Initially, the ticking only occurred once the engine was started. As time went on, the ticking became more frequent, to include upon engine start and while the vehicle was under load/accelerating. At approximately 108,000 miles, the tick became constant while the engine is running.
Are there any problems with the GMC Sierra 1500?
GMC Sierra 1500 owners have reported 8 problems related to engine clicking and tapping noises (under the engine and engine cooling category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of GMC Sierra 1500 based on all problems reported for the Sierra 1500.
I had the same ticking in my 2010 Terrain. I have it in my ’14 Sierra. Common to direct inject engines. Mine has the ticking too. Very noticeable from outside the truck. Almost sounds like the lifter clatter from a solid lifter cam. I have it too, was planning on asking on my first service.
You van only hear it with the hood open and your head close to the engine. You can’t hear it otherwise. If yours is louder than that maybe you do have an issue. Maybe try another dealer? drew1186 wrote: It doesn’t sound like knocking and its not coming from the engine compartment.
GMC Sierra 1500 owners have reported 8 problems related to engine clicking and tapping noises (under the engine and engine cooling category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of GMC Sierra 1500 based on all problems reported for the Sierra 1500.
Where is the tick on my GM Truck?
Well I knew this day would come with one of my GMs (4th one now) Got the dreaded lifter tick on what sounds like the cylinder closest to the firewall on the passenger side. Truck has 140k on it, just started to happen in the middle of the hot Texas summer.
Why does my GMC Sierra keep losing power?
Vehicle displays loss of power, and struggles to keep up with traffic. Check engine light flashing followed by constantly staying on, service esc system activated, service parking brake, and steering assist reduced drive with caution lights all activated during this episode.