Loud ticking noise after replacing spark pugs

2004 NISSAN MURANO
1,765 MILES • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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BILLIEJEAN39
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Just put new spark plugs in and when I start it there is a loud ticking noise.
Apr 7, 2019 at 1:04 PM
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SCGRANTURISMO
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Hello,

Make sure that either your spark plug wires or Coil On Plugs (COP)(s) are securely pushed down on the spark plugs. The ticking that you are hearing could be that either the spark plug wire or the COP isn't on the spark plug all the way and is arcing causing the ticking noise.
Please get back to us with what you find out.

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Alex
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Apr 7, 2019 at 1:11 PM
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BILLIEJEAN39
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Check them all and they are in right. It sounds like it's coming from the intake manifold. Which is weird because it never made that sound before.
Apr 8, 2019 at 12:50 PM
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SCGRANTURISMO
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Hello again,

Check your engine oil level. This could be coming from your valve cover and is probably a lifter that is not getting oil or is stuck. A good way to narrow this down is to get a long screwdriver or a socket extension and place it on the valve cover next to where you here the ticking. This will act as a sort of "stethoscope" and allow you to hear what is going on. Also is your Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) or "check engine" light illuminated?

Thanks,
Alex
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Apr 8, 2019 at 2:59 PM