I have a 2002 Dodge ram 1500 with the 5.9L. i have noticed that when at full running temperature there is a ticking noise coming from the engine. i only notice it when i am sitting at a stop light or in park idling. i can shove my head in the drivers side front wheel well and get a really good listen to it. not sure what it is. was told a possible exhaust leak?

id like to point out, it seems to only happen when its completely warm not cold. and its seems to not happen all the time (unless i just have accustomed to it and just dont notice it)

thanks for any input!

 

i have small ext leak on my dak it has stayed the same for 1 1/2 years. i have some ext hints. 1. ALLWAYS use anti-seize compound on ALL ext and all threads on the bottom side of your truck. 2. tighten all ext threads to 70-80% of full toque, then after 4-6 full heat cycles take to full toque. if it starts to leak before that go on the full toque.

 

It is possible to email an exhaust leak. Only way to know for sure is to get under there and check for cracks, holes or broken/loose bolts