Metallic Ticking noise coming from engine?

xumba · 05-31-2010, 11:10 PM

I had head replaced last week. what i heard from other forum is that lifter replacement is not final fix. head design in 2008 is.
If you just get a oil change for the "fix", they are fooling you. go fight for it.

xMSMx · 06-01-2010, 12:24 AM

this is now 3 weeks they have had my car, engine has been replaced. I want my f&^%$#@ lease payment back I'm not paying that much per month for a 1 series.

E90aL · 06-01-2010, 12:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by xumba

I had head replaced last week. what i heard from other forum is that lifter replacement is not final fix. head design in 2008 is.
If you just get a oil change for the "fix", they are fooling you. go fight for it.

how would i request that. Everytime i take it to the dealer it doesn't tick. They need to hear it to do anything about it and they are telling me that i have complained multiple times already. I need a way to reproduce the sound when i take it in next time. I think they dont want to fix it because my warranty will be over in september. Will cpo warranty cover the fix? btw i bring my car to Monrovia. Do any socal guys have a definite fix the problem dealer even if they cant reproduce the sound?

bsamoul · 06-01-2010, 01:09 AM

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Originally Posted by slEEpy_aL

how would i request that. Everytime i take it to the dealer it doesn't tick. They need to hear it to do anything about it and they are telling me that i have complained multiple times already. I need a way to reproduce the sound when i take it in next time. I think they dont want to fix it because my warranty will be over in september. Will cpo warranty cover the fix? btw i bring my car to Monrovia. Do any socal guys have a definite fix the problem dealer even if they cant reproduce the sound?

advice: try and record it with your phone when you hear it. usually, dealers will replace something out of warranty IF you have it documented that this is happening multiple times.

dvdoutlaw147 · 06-04-2010, 11:07 AM

i have the same issue. my warranty is up in september and im going on monday to try another bmw shop . if that doesn't work im selling the car asap.im sick of this shit already. i had this car for 6 months and cant take it anymore . it sucks !!!!! its a beautiful car but i dont want to have to spend my cash to fix it..

bugsandry · 06-05-2010, 01:40 AM

i have the similar thing on my engine.

my car is out of warranty though...76k miles.

xumba · 06-05-2010, 12:02 PM

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Originally Posted by ramp

I was at the dealer this past week. Explained intermittent valve ticking. Car shall have the lifters replaced and see if the noise returns.

The lifter replacement is no a final fix. the clicking will be back before long.

xumba · 06-05-2010, 12:03 PM

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Originally Posted by bsamoul

They won't just replace the head without being able to hear it unfortunately

. There was an SIB about there not being enough oil in the car and causing the ticking so that's probably the first step they took on your car.

oil change is just BS. it does not fix anything. the clicking will be back soon.

xumba · 06-05-2010, 12:05 PM

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Originally Posted by xMSMx

they decided today to REPLACE my entire engine

how did it go?

wuli · 06-06-2010, 10:13 PM

I will bring my car to dealership for the ticking noise issue. Also my SERVICE light is on and not sure if this is related to the ticking noise.

I hope they will replace either Hydraulic Valve Lifer (HVA) or cylinder head.

I will keep you guys post.

wuli · 06-07-2010, 05:11 PM

Here is the updated after I bring the car to dealership..

It replaced the Hydr. Valve Pushrod and some other parts, the sound is gone for now.

1. N52 PUSH ROD
2. GASKET RING
3. TORX BOLT 8
4. HYDR. VALVE PUSHROD
5. COLLAR SCREW
6. PROFILE-GASKET
7. SET OF ALU. SCREWS
8. BRAKLEEN

Here is the tech information:
As PER SIB 110907. Tech removed exhaust vanos and camshaft, replaced valve lifters. Reinstalled camshaft and vanos, timed engine. Replaced valve cover gasket and torqued to spec. Ran engine, no longer ticking.

So it appears that the noise is gone for now.

But I am concerned about there was some other posts mention about replace cylinder head, so how do I make sure the replacement of hydr valve lifter will fix the issue for sure.

Please advice...

bsamoul · 06-07-2010, 05:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wuli

Here is the updated after I bring the car to dealership..

It replaced the Hydr. Valve Pushrod and some other parts, the sound is gone for now.

1. N52 PUSH ROD
2. GASKET RING
3. TORX BOLT 8
4. HYDR. VALVE PUSHROD
5. COLLAR SCREW
6. PROFILE-GASKET
7. SET OF ALU. SCREWS
8. BRAKLEEN

Here is the tech information:
As PER SIB 110907. Tech removed exhaust vanos and camshaft, replaced valve lifters. Reinstalled camshaft and vanos, timed engine. Replaced valve cover gasket and torqued to spec. Ran engine, no longer ticking.

So it appears that the noise is gone for now.

But I am concerned about there was some other posts mention about replace cylinder head, so how do I make sure the replacement of hydr valve lifter will fix the issue for sure.

Please advice...

You don't. It hasn't been a complete fix for anybody yet. It will come back

prozach · 06-08-2010, 10:50 AM

Okay ... I've read for an hour, but need some advice.

My local dealer in Halifax has been fantastic. Kevin in Service is great, and knew exactly what I was talking about when I called.

Coles Notes:
Developed ticking at 81,000km (50-ish miles). CPO car. Called BMW and told him I've developed the well known N52 engine tick. He knew exactly what I was talking about and booked me in for Friday to have the car diagnosed.

What should I request, what should I expect? I want to make sure I get the best fix possible.

I appreciate your help!

prozach · 06-08-2010, 02:24 PM

bump!

bsamoul · 06-08-2010, 09:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by prozach

Okay ... I've read for an hour, but need some advice.

My local dealer in Halifax has been fantastic. Kevin in Service is great, and knew exactly what I was talking about when I called.

Coles Notes:
Developed ticking at 81,000km (50-ish miles). CPO car. Called BMW and told him I've developed the well known N52 engine tick. He knew exactly what I was talking about and booked me in for Friday to have the car diagnosed.

What should I request, what should I expect? I want to make sure I get the best fix possible.

I appreciate your help!

If you've read for an hour you know that lifters come first

wuli · 06-08-2010, 09:42 PM

After they replace the lifter and next morning, I hear the metallic ticking noise come back.

I drop my car in the dealer again, wait for the response.

Not sure if they will replace the cylinder head this time.

wuli · 06-09-2010, 04:53 PM

Today, I received the call from dealer, and they CANNOT hear any metallic ticking noise. They try several times to warm the car, test drive the car, the ticking noise is not show up.

They asked me to have a test drive with them tomorrow morning, and I hope the ticking noise will appear again.

Evice · 06-10-2010, 07:34 AM

Ticking noise at 17k miles on my 1er. Lifter replacement ordered....It is an '09 /sniff sniff.

wuli · 06-10-2010, 07:50 PM

Have a test drive with technician this morning, cannot reproduce the noise again.

So I take it back, and technician suggests that I should video tape next time.

michaelbpr · 06-22-2010, 08:18 AM

Hi everyone
Just like a lot of people here I had the same
ticking noise on my car. I had lifters replaced
and then head replace. Now my car hesitates under load at low rpms in low gears and at cruising speeds
when floored to gain speed. Took the car back and the change some valve on the intake manifold because it was giving a code. Problem still there and now the service manager is saying is gas, when he gave me a list of prefered gas stations the one I use was there. The car has been in the dealer since last week and they can't find anything wrong. Anyone out there with a similar issue that can trow some light?

Flagler ///M135 · 06-24-2010, 05:27 PM

My car has done this a couple of times, then the noise goes away. I have a 330i with 49k miles. Like others pointed out, the noise only happens when the car is cold. After it warms up, the noise goes away. Will keep an eye on this thread.

Lucky1 · 06-26-2010, 02:15 PM

Is the procedure to replace the lifters and eventually the cylinder head worth it? I'm of the thinking that if it ain't broke, don't fix it. Will the ticking noise become a serious engine problem down the road or just an audible nuisance? I'd be afraid that they'd break an otherwise working, factory-sealed engine by opening it up and doing these replacements.

05-31-2010, 11:10 PM	#1475
xumba xumba 0 Rep 10 Posts Drives: 2006 325i Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Fremont, CA USA iTrader: (0)	I had head replaced last week. what i heard from other forum is that lifter replacement is not final fix. head design in 2008 is. If you just get a oil change for the "fix", they are fooling you. go fight for it.
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06-01-2010, 12:24 AM	#1476
xMSMx Second Lieutenant 40 Rep 268 Posts Drives: 2007 TiAg 328i coupe/coral red Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: ANAHEIM HILLS iTrader: (0)	this is now 3 weeks they have had my car, engine has been replaced. I want my f&^%$#@ lease payment back I'm not paying that much per month for a 1 series. __________________ PREVIOUS: 2000 BMW 323ci(sold),2007 BMW 328i(RIP), 2007 BMW 328i(lease return) CURRENT: 2011 528i f10 Titanium Silver/Cinnamon Brown/Aluminum/Premium/Sport/Navigation/Comfort Access/Smart Phone Integration/ I-pod-USB
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06-04-2010, 11:07 AM	#1479
dvdoutlaw147 New Member 1 Rep 22 Posts Drives: 330xi Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: new york iTrader: (0)	i have the same issue. my warranty is up in september and im going on monday to try another bmw shop . if that doesn't work im selling the car asap.im sick of this shit already. i had this car for 6 months and cant take it anymore . it sucks !!!!! its a beautiful car but i dont want to have to spend my cash to fix it..
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06-05-2010, 01:40 AM	#1480
bugsandry First Lieutenant 20 Rep 362 Posts Drives: 2008 BMW e92 328xi Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Vancouver, BC iTrader: (5)	i have the similar thing on my engine. my car is out of warranty though...76k miles.
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06-06-2010, 10:13 PM	#1484
wuli New Member 2 Rep 25 Posts Drives: E90 future owner Join Date: May 2006 Location: Philadelphia iTrader: (0)	I will bring my car to dealership for the ticking noise issue. Also my SERVICE light is on and not sure if this is related to the ticking noise. I hope they will replace either Hydraulic Valve Lifer (HVA) or cylinder head. I will keep you guys post.
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06-07-2010, 05:11 PM	#1485
wuli New Member 2 Rep 25 Posts Drives: E90 future owner Join Date: May 2006 Location: Philadelphia iTrader: (0)	Here is the updated after I bring the car to dealership.. It replaced the Hydr. Valve Pushrod and some other parts, the sound is gone for now. 1. N52 PUSH ROD 2. GASKET RING 3. TORX BOLT 8 4. HYDR. VALVE PUSHROD 5. COLLAR SCREW 6. PROFILE-GASKET 7. SET OF ALU. SCREWS 8. BRAKLEEN Here is the tech information: As PER SIB 110907. Tech removed exhaust vanos and camshaft, replaced valve lifters. Reinstalled camshaft and vanos, timed engine. Replaced valve cover gasket and torqued to spec. Ran engine, no longer ticking. So it appears that the noise is gone for now. But I am concerned about there was some other posts mention about replace cylinder head, so how do I make sure the replacement of hydr valve lifter will fix the issue for sure. Please advice...
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06-08-2010, 10:50 AM	#1487
prozach Private 7 Rep 70 Posts Drives: 06' 330i SPORT / PREMIUM Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada iTrader: (0)	Okay ... I've read for an hour, but need some advice. My local dealer in Halifax has been fantastic. Kevin in Service is great, and knew exactly what I was talking about when I called. Coles Notes: Developed ticking at 81,000km (50-ish miles). CPO car. Called BMW and told him I've developed the well known N52 engine tick. He knew exactly what I was talking about and booked me in for Friday to have the car diagnosed. What should I request, what should I expect? I want to make sure I get the best fix possible. I appreciate your help!
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06-08-2010, 09:42 PM	#1490
wuli New Member 2 Rep 25 Posts Drives: E90 future owner Join Date: May 2006 Location: Philadelphia iTrader: (0)	After they replace the lifter and next morning, I hear the metallic ticking noise come back. I drop my car in the dealer again, wait for the response. Not sure if they will replace the cylinder head this time.
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06-09-2010, 04:53 PM	#1491
wuli New Member 2 Rep 25 Posts Drives: E90 future owner Join Date: May 2006 Location: Philadelphia iTrader: (0)	Today, I received the call from dealer, and they CANNOT hear any metallic ticking noise. They try several times to warm the car, test drive the car, the ticking noise is not show up. They asked me to have a test drive with them tomorrow morning, and I hope the ticking noise will appear again.
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06-10-2010, 07:34 AM	#1492
Evice Major 194 Rep 1,457 Posts Drives: E92M3 Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Somewhere here iTrader: (1)	Ticking noise at 17k miles on my 1er. Lifter replacement ordered....It is an '09 /sniff sniff. __________________ My Track Videos
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06-10-2010, 07:50 PM	#1493
wuli New Member 2 Rep 25 Posts Drives: E90 future owner Join Date: May 2006 Location: Philadelphia iTrader: (0)	Have a test drive with technician this morning, cannot reproduce the noise again. So I take it back, and technician suggests that I should video tape next time.
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06-22-2010, 08:18 AM	#1494
michaelbpr BORICUA 1 Rep 7 Posts Drives: 06 330i Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Maryland iTrader: (0)	Hesiation issue Hi everyone Just like a lot of people here I had the same ticking noise on my car. I had lifters replaced and then head replace. Now my car hesitates under load at low rpms in low gears and at cruising speeds when floored to gain speed. Took the car back and the change some valve on the intake manifold because it was giving a code. Problem still there and now the service manager is saying is gas, when he gave me a list of prefered gas stations the one I use was there. The car has been in the dealer since last week and they can't find anything wrong. Anyone out there with a similar issue that can trow some light?
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06-24-2010, 05:27 PM	#1495
Flagler ///M135 Private First Class 10 Rep 180 Posts Drives: Le Mans Blue135 Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Florida iTrader: (1)	My car has done this a couple of times, then the noise goes away. I have a 330i with 49k miles. Like others pointed out, the noise only happens when the car is cold. After it warms up, the noise goes away. Will keep an eye on this thread. __________________
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06-26-2010, 02:15 PM	#1496
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