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06-08-2007, 01:00 PM

Tappy valve/lifter noise is common on cold starts. How long have you owned the car? Are you using the correct oil? Mobil 1 0W40. Running a higher viscosity oil (like a 15W50) will enhance the noise.

06-08-2007, 01:00 PM	#2
bmussatti Guest Posts: n/a	Tappy valve/lifter noise is common on cold starts. How long have you owned the car? Are you using the correct oil? Mobil 1 0W40. Running a higher viscosity oil (like a 15W50) will enhance the noise.