Tapping in engine

1998 Ford Escort 1.8
Car: Ford Escort
Year: 1998
Variant: 1.8
Categories: Engine & Drivetrain
more when engine is cold there is tapping inside it quite loud oil level fine, any ideas to stop tapping or as engine near had it thanks
Problem added: Dec 29, 2011 (12 years ago)
tigger turbo

Points: 2
Sounds like hydraulic tappets . If not been done for a while , changing oil / filter using correct grade and good oil might help .Can also get hydraulic tappet cleaner additive from any good accessory store if needed .
Answered Dec 29, 2011 (12 years ago)
whittingehame

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