car noise

2009 NISSAN VERSA
24,800 MILES • AUTOMATIC
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PMCJ2
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my car makes ticking sound when i press the gas padel and the oil light is not on or the engine light has been on
Nov 14, 2010 at 10:51 PM
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KHLOW2008
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If noise occurs with sudden acceleration and stops abruptly when throttle is released, it could be a worn con-rod bearing.

If it is a constant noise that increases with acceleration and decreases with deceleration, it could be a valve lifter noise.
Nov 15, 2010 at 5:50 PM