[Xtype0]

When you start the car, make sure it doesn't idle rough ( rpm going up and down).

[Pulse]

Any other ideas? Please? I pick it up tomorrow.

[Saintor]

Again, does it apply to the Canadian 2.5L (2007) ? Mine is ticking, but with cold weather, it is less obvious. I checked on realoem and the cast number didn't refer to anything.



I have an appointment to leave my car Monday night, so they'll try it next morning.

[andykwg]

Ok, I have the 'exhaust side lifters' replaced, 12 lifters to be exact.... I have seen some of the posts said 24 lifters... so I guess that include the intake side. And then there is a cylinder head replacement...

I suppose if this fix the issue, I'm cool with it.

[MrDummy]

Originally Posted by Blackfield

My e90 (built Jan 2009) emits metallic ticking noise from the engine bay as well. I usually notice it after I park my car in the garage.
It only has 1K miles so far. The TSB states this effects on the car that was built on Nov 2008 and before.

Does anybody with 2009 build have this problem as well?

THIS is scary as all hell, a brand NEW Bimmer with Ticking? I dont buy it is normal anymore, you would think that IF it was normal that the Engineers would find a way to Mask the ticking sound, dampners, cover, etc...

Hell maybe the engines all have this and we are ALL screwed, but mine has it worse now that it is averaging 30°F and lower on a daily basis and is only going to get colder out.

[hubertcumberdale]

Hi everyone,

I too had (s) the same problem listed here. It's pretty clear when the problem exists. It sounds, as mentioned, like two small metallic pieces hitting at an intermittent time. It's pretty clear.

Anyway, I had my dealer bleed the lines in March as there was a temporary improvement. It didn't take too long to return, it wouldn't happen frequently enough to warrant a return to the dealership because the noise couldn't be replicated. Finally, in the past few weeks the noise came back quite often and louder (as the temperature dropped perhaps).

So I re-booked an appointment and told them the problem. I also referred to this website. The customer service tech asked me to email him the url. I sent him a copy of page six, particularly the post by msinfo_us. I also sent them the automag article that is posted in the earlier pages.

Later that day, I received a call informing me that they will be replacing the headers. The car was away from Thursday-Monday but I had a loaner.

As I arrived today I was informed that the BMW tech had no idea as to what to do. They performed a diagnostic check and everything appeared normal. They were able to hear the clicking though. Thanks to this thread they were able to *knock on wood* fix the problem. It does seem to drive smoother and they told me to monitor the situation, which obviously I will do.

They did seem genuinely perplexed, there wouldn't be too much of a reason to lie because they never gave me a hassle and seemingly performed the repairs without hassle.

If anyone is interested, the work was performed at Elite BMW in Ottawa, Ontario.

[llryem]

Got mine back today. Replace the valve lifters and so far so good. BMW of Nashville has been great through this whole thing. I am going to keep monitoring it but expect no problems. Thanks to Troy, my SA, and the whole team at BMW of Nashville for taking such good care of me.

[Saintor]

Originally Posted by llryem

Got mine back today. Replace the valve lifters and so far so good. BMW of Nashville has been great through this whole thing. I am going to keep monitoring it but expect no problems. Thanks to Troy, my SA, and the whole team at BMW of Nashville for taking such good care of me.

Happy camper here too. I brought a copy of the above SI, plus reference to my video (it was an intermittent issue).... SA told me that info was forwarded to mechanic. they kept it overnight; it was handled in a straightforward manner.

[MrDummy]

Just an update guys on my end, I noticed that my oil level is about 1/4" away from the add a qt. message coming on, and I do not know if that is contributing or if it just the cold but now every morning she is a ticking timebomb.

DOES anyone know if I filled about 1/2 qt of oil into engine would that help? Or are our vehicles still OK to drive in any weather as long as the "add a quart" message does not appear???

Thanks,
MrD

[BMWORD]

Hi there,
First time post, great board, loads of info for someone like me new to the e90.
I have a 2006 325i with 38000 miles and last week I heard the ticking noise, luckily dealership isn't to far.
I drove it in and the lead tech verified and I now have an appt. to get the problem fixed.
My question is this, the problem has not returned since (although the temp is 32 out!).
Do you guys think it is worth it to have this repair done as the car seems to drive very smooth, I really don't know much about engines and as a previous member asked can this degrade the quality of the engine seals etc.?
Thanks in advance for any advice anyone may have for me.

[MrDummy]

^^ Yeah I would like to know this as well?

[BMWORD]

Anyone? Car goes in tomorrow... Oh well I guess it stands to reason that BMW wouldnt spend a good chunk of money fixing something if it wasn't broken. So i'm looking forward to getting this done and I'll let everyone know how it goes. Thanks.

[Rekla]

I had a lot of doubts about getting work done on the engine, but I am glad I went through the procedure. The problem went away completely and the car runs very strong. No issues at all after the repair. I have an excellent dealership, they treat me right everytime I stop by, regardless of it being something minor (keyfob battery replacement) or major (engine repair, software update, etc). Have faith!

Originally Posted by BMWORD

Anyone? Car goes in tomorrow... Oh well I guess it stands to reason that BMW wouldnt spend a good chunk of money fixing something if it wasn't broken. So i'm looking forward to getting this done and I'll let everyone know how it goes. Thanks.

[rambalu80]

Originally Posted by Rekla

I had a lot of doubts about getting work done on the engine, but I am glad I went through the procedure. The problem went away completely and the car runs very strong. No issues at all after the repair. Have faith!

+1.

[rambalu80]

Originally Posted by BMWORD

Anyone? Car goes in tomorrow... Oh well I guess it stands to reason that BMW wouldnt spend a good chunk of money fixing something if it wasn't broken. So i'm looking forward to getting this done and I'll let everyone know how it goes. Thanks.

Which dealership in Houston are you taking it to? I had mine done at Momentum and there was no hassle at all. However, I must say that my ticked non-stop and so loud that they couldn't deny there was a problem. It has been almost 18 months since and it has been running fine without any ticking.

[BMWORD]

Wow, thank you for the vote(s) of confidence, I was just doing one more check, I feel much better now, I'm taking it to advantage in midtown, (closest to house) that is how I was able to get it verified two weeks ago. I assume this is the procedure there doing as the lead tech told I would need a loaner and to set up an appt.... as stated earlier, hasn't ticked since, but I guess that shouldn't matter as it is verified... I worry about the little things lol

[MrDummy]

But is it true that SOME ticking in the 06 325s is normal due to the Valvtronic style engine? That is what they told me, as it only does it when oil is low or engine is Cold.

I am just afraid of it leading to more damage to the engine, or can I wait until it gets worse, I have 2 years of CPO left on it, and I have 53K miles now.

Please help someone?

[BMWORD]

Originally Posted by MrDummy

But is it true that SOME ticking in the 06 325s is normal due to the Valvtronic style engine? That is what they told me, as it only does it when oil is low or engine is Cold.

I am just afraid of it leading to more damage to the engine, or can I wait until it gets worse, I have 2 years of CPO left on it, and I have 53K miles now.

Please help someone?

Well, just dropped mine off, no hassle at all, said they did a whole bunch of these when the tsb came out and now they're stocked on the parts, explained the repair wasn't to invasive and there hasn't been any problems. Seems like this is border-lining on a recall. I would recommend getting it fixed while you still have plenty of warranty left, that way you will know the job was done right and have the time to test it on your side. Bottom line for me, "improved parts" I would prefer to run my engine for the long run with these re-engineered lifters. I'll post again when I get the car back, he said it could be as early as this afternoon (must be pretty easy if they can do it that fast).

[djsolution]

Well I'm getting my car back today after the head replacement. I'll report back with the results. Does anybody have any info on a difference in part #s for old and new head design? I admit I didn't search for this info at all, just came to mind. On a side note, the courtesy 2009 328i I have from Monterey BMW has a valve train that taps louder than my car did. I'm a little discouraged that an obviously newer head is doing the same damn thing.

[Kennedy]

Hmm I've been hearing this metallic tapping noise at idle....see video....I have a feeling I have the same problem!?!?!!? Anyone?


N54 Tick

[hubertcumberdale]

Originally Posted by Kennedy

Hmm I've been hearing this metallic tapping noise at idle....see video....I have a feeling I have the same problem!?!?!!? Anyone?


N54 Tick

Sounds faster than the one I had, the general sound is there though. Definitely worth getting checked, it seems like you're one of the unlucky ones. Definitely doesn't sound normal.

[pruettfan]

Originally Posted by hubertcumberdale

Sounds faster than the one I had, the general sound is there though. Definitely worth getting checked, it seems like you're one of the unlucky ones. Definitely doesn't sound normal.

The more lifters making noise the louder and faster it will sound. One lifter would be slower.