Engine Mechanical problem
2003 Hyundai Accent 4 cyl Two Wheel Drive Manual 60,000 miles
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I have a 2003 Hyundai 1.6 dohc the engine is making a ticking sound in the top of the engine what is causing this?

Hi there,

This could just be a sticky lash adjuster, try adding a good quality engine flush and change the oil and filter, this may do the job for you.

Mark (mhpautos)

i tried that didn't do anyrthing

Hi there,

If that is the case the lash adjuster will have to be replaced.

mark (mhpautos)

is that an expensive fix? and of you don't how long before it ruins the engine?

Not to sure if you can do it with out removing the head.. I don't have access to the data base just yet to find out. It wont do much harm in the short term but you will run the risk of burning a vale at some stage, i would get it looked at sooner rather than later.

Mark (mhpautos)

are you sure that engine has lash adjusters i looked at auto parts stores and they only go up to 2002 for them

Do yopu have an engine code, will re chek my info to make sure.

what kinda engine code ?

There will be an engine I.D.code like G4ED or similar will need this to make sure if lash adjuster engine or shim type or manual adj... my book says lash type so we better make sure