3.9 v6 ticking??
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3.9 v6 ticking??
i dont know whats goin on with my dakota.... this morning the engine was squeaking.. has to be the accessory belt... not suprised, 49,000miles, same belt...... but for like a while now, u can hear a ticking comming from the engine... i dunno if this is normal, and i never paid attention until now.. or is one of the valves out of adjsutment... i dont know if they are hydraulic adjusters either... pain in my ***
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RE: 3.9 v6 ticking??
I had the same issue with my 2000 5.9 motor... put in some marvel mystery oil and almost right away it was gone. loosend up some gunk for sure, motor ran smoother and mileag may have come up a tad. check this thread out...
https://dodgeforum.com/m_479194/tm.htm
https://dodgeforum.com/m_479194/tm.htm
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RE: 3.9 v6 ticking??
it could be the timing chain, and it could also be a timing chain gear silencer spring or springs that are getting worn out. when i get home tonight, i will check the service manual and see where they are located and see if they might be a concern. either way, if it a timing chain, or a silencer, you are looking at some head labor anf if you are not experienced with how a motor's internals work, i wouldn't jump into it.