Ford 5.4L 3v Triton Engine Ticking Tapping Noises: Must Inspect Items!

Welcome back! Today we go over a common failure found on the early 5.4L 3v engines.
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[@FordTechMakuloco]

These are the updated Parts: Ford Racing Full Kit- amzn.to/2r85QBs Roller Followers (all model years) amzn.to/2r9zabs Lash Adjusters (2004) amzn.to/2r83WAO Lash Adjusters (2005-2014) amzn.to/2pFUDYw 5.4L 3v Repair Playlist- kzbin.info/aero/PLnkaHoqfNwiFPohL7Hf9CAv-veTUzxQga

[@rodneybrand8521]

FordTechMakuloco. you are a wizard...love your videos..thanks..

[@alvarosilva957]

FordTechMakuloco will this help the ticking on my ford fusion?

[@MilePost106]

I have a 2000 Expedition Eddie Bauer Edition with the 5.4 and has over 209,000 miles on it. Did these have the same issue as the newer ones? Thanks

[@postal1468]

I have that triton 2004 5.4 3V, should I just do the cam phasers, timing chain and these all together, I have a slight ticking on & off, I have only used mobile 1; 5W-30...bought this brand new 170K miles. I love this truck & your vids are very useful thx👍

[@TheMilenio41]

FordTechMakuloco l like yours videos they are the best, l have a concern about the PCV valve on 5.4 Triton engines if you have some information about it..thanks a lot !

[@derekstewart8175]

I'm a full time tech going on 20+ years and I can count on 1 hand the number of techs if let fix my own vehicles and this guy is the real deal, great job on the videos, everything you are showing is correct, great job!

[@atx1722]

No kidding.

[@caliboyz8314]

Where is he located I'm intrested in him working on my navigator..

[@adonijaharay283]

​@caliboyz 831 did you find out where his shop is located?

[@snowdoo]

100% truth. 👍

[@ianhillman4007]

Great video. Damn I wish you were my neighbour, or better yet, my Son. 👍

[@hawaiianf1504]

Ian Hillman HEY... BACK THE TRUCK UP... I CALLED DIBS A LONG LONG TIME AGO!! 😂😎

[@AmericanRustWorker3369]

If a furd ain’t tickin it ain’t running right lol 😂

[@oxoraizenoxo7420]

Just lost a supposedly brand new engine to this didn't make it 30 miles after install and prime

[@Texpdave]

Let me guess, power train products?

[@randp701]

I have a 1992 Ford escort with a 1.9 motor and it's a manual and every time I drive it loses power like it bogs down or when I first started the idle drops solo with a stall out on itself try to fix some things can't fix it need some help in the right direction

[@salvatoremagarelli4491]

YOUR MY GO TO GUY FOR MY 2004 F150 5.4L ENGINE THANK YOU FOR BEING AN EXCELLENT TEACHER ON ALL LEVELS

[@oby-1607]

Ticking like a time bomb. Just a matter of when.

[@farriertv2501]

Ya mine is ticking during idle and when I’m driving. Louder at idle. Very rhyming sounding tick.

[@lilxkxng7613]

Hi really enjoy your videos very informative I have a 06 f 150 I need help with while driving in the highway my oil pressure gauge dropped and engine rattled and stopped I had two mechanic looked at it they said I need to change engine any thoughts it’s a 5.4 3 valve

[@billevertz3019]

Hi, have a question....just bought a 2008 expedition with 165k on it......runs and drives excellent but on first start up after truck sits for a while it ticks for maybe 15 secs then stops....I've noticed if the truck sits it makes the noise....if I drive it then shut it off and come out half hr later it dosent do it....im guessing maybe the oil is draining ??

[@hectorrodrguez5845]

I have the tapping on low idle but when I’m rolling no noise! I just picked up this noise today! But drive 290 miles home at 80-90mph and she ran like a champ. What to do?

[@rocketpower7571]

Did you find out?

[@humidbeing]

Thanks for bringing such great info about pattern failures and part number revisions to the public. Very few youtubers provide this kind of inside info.

[@klatoo14]

Maybe I should dump this damn truck and get a 5.0 F150

[@tnt666tnt]

my 2013 5.0 had 1 roller rocker with pitting. loud ticking from rear passenger side. warranty covered it though thank god.

[@frankevega]

klatoo14 I have the 2014 STX 5.0 and it's awesome.

[@davidnation4437]

183,000 very hard miles on mine, 5,000 mile oil changes, 2 sets of spark plugs, 2 sets of aftermarket coils, and a $150 special tool set that removes a separated spark plug tip in 5 minutes. Just ordered $112 worth of rockers and a $125 valvespring compression tool. It's more than oder designs, but it has more moving parts. Averaged 17 mpg new, gets 14 in its current state. My older trucks got 10 MPG, and my 3.0 ranger got 18. I have not complaints about the 5.4. I would also prefer a 5.0, but I wouldn't run from a 5.4

[@MrPami9899]

@@davidnation4437 what brand rockers did you get? Did you do both banks

[@davidnation4437]

@@MrPami9899 , I bought ford OEM rockers, and did both banks. Not sure it needed it, but I had seen some pictures that scared me. Mine all looked decent when I removed them.

[@dewrus2153]

Nice video. I like your approach you take in your videos. It's almost like the viewers are attending a mechanic's workshop or class. I like the examples you present here...they really give someone a good idea of what is really going on as a result of failed components. If you're ever planning on coming to Virginia on a fix-it tour, let me know! I have a 2004 F-150 I'd like you to take a look at. Cheers!

[@erictownsend8711]

You are amazing! Very detailed, Thanks for sharing. I'm building a house in my backyard so you can move in, just take care of my 2006 Lincoln Mark LT. :-)

[@TexasKid747]

Absolutely my favorite channel for Ford education. Thanks for all the content you provide. Your 5.4L timing chain series made me decide to pay my mech to do it, instead of me wasting an entire week's vacation on it. lol... Thanks!

[@scientist100]

Some people make more using their time else where and possibly avoid a disaster waiting to happen, these things should be left to those people who have teeth for it lol

[@splooshmccooch2862]

Hey would you please please please do a full tear down/ rebuild tutorial video on the 5.4 for poor people like me who's 07 expedition is dying but have no money to pay someone to do it for them. I got the truck from a friend for cheap and my wife is due any day now but I need my truck fixed but just can't afford it but I understand when you explain what your doing and actually trust you for a guide. Everyone please like this comment to get him to see it and you'd like to see a step by step video to rebuild one of these engines. Love your videos man and thank you regardless for all of your help with your channel

[@splooshmccooch2862]

I can change my own oil and brakes and stuff but I'm not in Any way a mechanic so a idiot proof guide would be greatly appreciated for me. If I didn't live in Canada I would just take my truck to you directly to fix or if anyone on here has any suggestions on where to find such information I'd love you forever

[@whiteboyfromernul]

he does have the complete walk through on the ticking issues and i understand on doing it yourself because of cost issues,i bought parts one at a time over e few months until i had what i needed to start and just kept watching videos and taking notes in between,a lot of patience and just do it,take pictures while you do it take notes of what you did and how,i layed out a large piece of cardboard,labeled and arranged stuff as it came off and in order

[@shaunwright8887]

Been watching a lot of this guys videos for months now sploosh mcgoosh. In sort of same boat. Bought 09 with 5.4 Triton for price and having kids. I'm not a mechanic and one thing to watch for is this motor. Good or junk depending on who you ask but comes down to how many tools you need to fix the problem ($$). Also downtime. Can you get to work/school/etc. without the vehicle and not miss any work hours? He is a seasoned mechanic. A lot of us are not (why i watch these videos). Noticed that ford likes to require specialty tools sometimes to do repairs. Again, not many have the ten grand in automotive tools to do all this. Different then my 351 Windsor (kickass motor btw) on my 94 or 351 modified on 80 Bronco. Got 360 a month in payments and bad cam phasers that are beyond me. Newberg, OR Ford dealership said new crate motor cheapest way to go or your chasing failed parts all the time. Car payment or repairs?...I got 5.4 triton with vvt. I get both. VVT here to stay (thanks DEQ) so could be worth setting up.. Or get rid of it for something that doesn't take NASA to work on it

[@menopassini9348]

There is no point in rebuilding these engines. Even the replacement parts fail. Even rebuilt engines for $3,500.00 and crate engines fail. It is design failures. I would like to see a video for installing an older rebuilt 2 valve engine instead. My 07 F150 body is prefect just the drummer under the hood is the problem.

[@michaelbefumo-qg7ji]

The aftermarket somehow many rebuild kits for the three valve motor I don't think, most people go to powertrain products and get one remanufactured for like $3,500 so if the truck cheap it would be worth it if the transmission and transfer case

[@jalhp]

Thanks for the good video. I went ahead and took out the camshaft on my pax side to inspect the lifters and rocker arms because I had a loud knocking noise at all rpms all the time. (Before I did this i changed the tensioners, solenoids, phasers, guides and still a loud knocking) Come to find that my rocker arm seized up completely. The bearing didn't just drop. It dropped and it locked up (a little cocked too). For info purposes it was the last intake valve on the pax side for #4 cylinder. Now I have no more knocking. Happy camper here.

[@florenbaron7111]

Does the bad roller follower cause the engine to shake? Can it cause a P0346 code?

[@zeal514]

Just bought a 2010 f150 with a 4.6l 3v, 6 speed, XLT. 146k on the clock. Weirdest ticking noise ever. It seems to only happen when warmed up, in drive, and just above idle (like just enough gas to maintain speed at like 30 mph). It's super quiet, like if I roll down the windows the wind drowns out the noise, if I rev the engine to 2 RPMs, can't barely hear it. Sound goes completely away when in park & when you take your foot off the gas while driving, sound instantly disappears... I've sat in the truck from the drivers and passengers side, and it seems to be on the driver's side more so then the passengers. The tick is very low tho, but it's deff there when I drive around for the day, I can hear it and it is driving me nuts. Had a mechanic look at it and he didnt hear it at all...

[@secondgone5066]

My 08 expedition el runs perfectly, almost to perfect. At random when I come to a stop it shudders and engine shakes hard and wants to stall. Hit the gas and it goes away? Besides cams or adjusters what sensors could cause this with no check engine light that i can change?

[@thomasmiller1670]

Had a vacuum leak do that to me.

[@jessicawood2406]

This was throughly helpful. Thank you for breaking it down. I'm getting ready to fix this "knocking" issue with my dad and wanted to do my research before teaming up with him and taking my Expedition apart again. (Not for the same issue). This is subscribe worthy.

[@warrenosborne1748]

Having same issue and I am going to have a helper too. This is my first f150 with this motor. I bought it with 105k miles and it was a maintained government vehicle. 112k miles on it now and it's getting worse! I would get a Chevy, that's what I'm going back to. They don't make trucks with these stupid motors with phasers and extra parts to help with gas. Just a simple pushrod engine that gets the same gas milage without all that messy useless time adjusting system. Good luck!

[@littlefarmer32]

Good vids you have, thanks for the info. I had a 2008 F150 FX4, supercrew, for work. My truck had over 700,000 + KM, when I sold it. No problems at all with engine, never had to work on the brakes. Only the upper ball joints had to replace. I am a FORD man my whole life, started on the farm. All my trucks have had over 700,000+ KM when I sold them. Currently my 2014 5.0 L, has just over 330,000 +KM, running good.

[@troy4219]

I have an 06 with a 4.6L that has 330,00+ and a 2000 5.4L with 240,000+, both purr like kittens.

[@Templeman420]

Your videos saved me so much time and your tips are top notch. Wanna send a serious thank you. Your the man.

[@krushmoto1]

I have a what would you do question... Purchase an '04 F150 w/ 167K miles for $5800 and it just started tapping or '06 F150 w/ 126K miles for $9K. Take into account, you only have basic diy skills not the master tech you are. Great content and I've learned a lot watching you the past month since I started looking at Ford trucks! Thanks for your time.

[@diyhomeprojects7317]

I would not buy a 2004-2010 F150 5.4L, engine is too finicky; best to buy the 2011-2017 F150 types with 5.0 and 6 gear auto xmission

[@whiteboyfromernul]

awesome vids brian,after letting my wife know how much that damn ticking noise just got the best of me every time i stopped at a light, did the job myself on my 2008 f250 4x4 super duty 5.4 triton at 120,400 miles after watching your complete walkthrough series and taking key notes,Cloyes timing kit-phasers from Freedom racing-Melling m360 oil pump which now holds a constant pressure at idle or across the rpm range-Ford vct's(updated version)BWD crank sensor since i was already there and would be a pain to do later-Ford lash adjusters, all 24,all Felpro gaskets,new serpentine belt and i always use the Motorcraft oil filter,have taken a few 5 hour trips to Va and back since and runs better than ever,my wife says thanks,she doesnt have to hear the ''F'' word at every idle.

[@remaxhudson]

How much did all of the parts cost?

[@TylerHankss]

@@remaxhudson a small fortune

[@vicmcenteno]

Love the video and great detail, I've seen all the videos for the 3V noticed you talk about the lash adjusters, is there any way you can show or explain how to remove them since that can be bad as well causing the noice (tick tick tick) thanks man

[@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics]

Great tips, Brian. Hydraulic lash adjusters and rocker arms are definitely on the checklist during an engine teardown/timing job. I still want to hear that truck run! Would the failed rocker arms show up on a manual compression test?

[@timavery99]

I would think not because it's failing open; not failing closed. Compression should still hold unless damaged valve seats. If I'm wrong.... School me please. I don't want to walk around with false ideas. Lol

[@Tigersmundo]

*Its a shame the 5.4 3 valve is really getting a bad rap of a motor just top end and phasers issues with plenty of warning signs, did my spark plugs with no issues also not that hard of a fix if you're mechanically inclined with your guidance the best procedure instructions on KZbin.*

[@of4109]

What’s a ballpark figure on a complete job like this ??? I have a 06 Ford F-150 Lariat

[@boydmking1]

I was just quoted $1100 parts and labor by experienced mechanic. Not counting oil pump. New motor $3495.00. Not too bad either way really.

[@kimjones8923]

I'm in the same boat, told I need a new engine to the tune of 4 to 6 grand. O6 lariat 5.4l engine. Ford dealership in the area isn't worth a damn either.

[@jamesmoore3346]

I looked at a ford f150 once, it had the 5.4 3. Valve triton, looked like a fair price. I went home and got on you tube. Did some research, needless to say I did not buy the truck. Lol....

[@neilsedgwick9387]

Hi I live in Australia & have a 2003 Ford BA Ute with a 5.4ltr V8 3 valve engine & floor shift auto My question is when I first start the engine it is nice & quiet just nice V8 sound then after 3 or so minutes it starts getting rattle noise around top middle area of engine like tappets noise must be when oil warms up & gets thinner I imagine I recently changed the oil & filter & put in Penrite full synthetic 10W 40 which is thicker than recommended oil though I thought it would fix the rattle noise after start up it did help a little though not as much as I’d like & now really need your advice in what to do next Do I try even thicker oil? It has done 135,000 klm Looking forward to your help as I'm desperate to fix this noise, hopefully without pulling it down as it has not done many klm's I have searched your articles on the 54. Ltr 3 valve engine & have not seen a specific one for the engine being noisy after start up when oil warms up so would be a great one I believe for the wider community. Thankyou regards Neil

[@mariomoore3515]

I'm getting oil on cylinder 3 spark plug...2009 f150 5.4 Triton

[@ashleybernard1055]

Under the valve cover spark plug tubes there are O-ring seals. Once an O-ring becomes worn out or damaged, oil will leak through. This can potentialy cause misfires and even burn up a Coil. Cheap fix . Would be a good time check everything that was mentioned in this video if you take the valve cover off, good luck

[@tomanonbear]

Thank you for making these videos. I bought a 05 F250 from my work for $1k. When I first started it up it sounded like a diesel... I knew this was not got. I didn't know anything about the triton 5.4l, but because of your videos I've learned a bunch. My company took the truck out of service because it died in an intersection while towing. I changed the oil, replaced spark plugs and switched to 5w30. Runs much better. Next thing is the rocker arms.

[@MiguelHernandez-nd3pr]

Great videos! You're knowledge on this engine is so helpful.

[@CarolinaBoi864]

My 2007 expedition just started making that noise the other day and I'm glad I found this thanks

[@jcreec5135]

how can i be sure if the noise is the phaser or the sensor id rather not buy the 209 dollar part if i can avoid it thank you

[@zeeosix]

FordTechMakuloco - Any thoughts on if bad hydraulic lash adjusters and/or bad rocker arms might be the cause of the "typewriter tick" on the F-150 and Mustang Coyotes ?

[@guillermoloredo2057]

08 expedition here , today i checked oil level and it has metal shavings shiny like glitter ...

[@toddthomas4542]

I’m my harming my engine By running Lucas engine treatment with every oil change

[@markk3652]

thanks brian, you seem to have all the faults of these engines ironed out. I see this truck has the dreaded cold air intake/ k&n air filter with the maf sensor killing oil on it. bad bad bad.

[@jneta9712]

I have a 2008 f 150, I'm starting to hear a clicking/rattling noise, very slight, I'm very new to mechanical stuff but I've learned a lot from your channel. You're a godsend, keep up thr good work and great videos.

[@MrTruckerf]

Get rid of it!

[@jneta9712]

@@MrTruckerf I love it though

[@erichemphill8883]

anyone had a rattle while giving it gas then it will try to die after idling down?

[@DaveM3901]

Not sure if you're still answering questions on this video but my 04 F150 has a ticking / knocking sound most days on startup. It's pretty loud. It goes away after warming up but will return if I shut the engine off for a few minutes and then restart it. I have read that it could be a lifter and that it could also be a manifold crack or warp. What's the least intrusive way to determine which it is? BTW - this channel has been great in helping me diagnose a lot of problems with my truck. Subscribed.

[@brandoncarey2329]

Good shit. Very informative. I bought a used 07 motor with 19,000 miles and put that in. Was alot of work but sounded better than the 04 did .Ford wouldnt stand by my 04 because i did my own oil changes

[@erniepaga8059]

Hi Brian, I was wondering if you could help me. I am installing a Ford timing kit with lifters and roller followers. I soaked the lifters in oil for 2 days. When I went to install them, some of them were not plunging hard. Is that normal? I watched your video and I was wondering if it ok to install them? And will they get harder when I start the engine? Thanks for your your help with this.

[@DaneKEdwards]

I have a 2008 F-150 with the 5.4L and I'm experiencing similar knocking sounds and loss of power. Any suggestions are appreciated. Thanks

[@codylincoln5503]

Do you have a video of how to change all the lifters?

[@johnadriance7344]

I have an 08 5.4 with an intermittent tick mostly noticeable when coasting to a stop on an off ramp but sometimes on slight acceleration would it be a follower?

[@FrankieFalk-wj3yk]

Thank you FordTech for the information !!!

[@cfahelp3668]

How much would you charge to replace a set with the kit you mentioned in the pinned comment? What is timing to do the job?

[@jackdouglas6465]

Thank you for the highly useful information! I'm in the process of changing my 5.4 2V Lightning lash adjusters and this helps me a lot.

[@theone861]

Hi. I have a 2004 F150 Supercrew w/5.4. I will be replacing these parts. I will be ordering the parts from your link. Just wanted to make sure, will the complete lash adjuster & followers kit work for the 2004. Thank you & have a great day.

[@tomthorn2887]

Great freakin videos! I can sit and watch these for hours.

[@richardpritchett-gb3jv]

Hey dude. Appreciate all the help! I recently performed a timing swap and a full follower/lash adjuster replacement. What I found when i got inside was all the followers checked out perfectly fine. However, all but two of the lash adjusters had approximately 1/4” slop. I could lifter the plunger (not depress it) about 1/4”. Seems weird after what you showed on your videos. Problem, after reassembly I have a temporary tapping noise that is worse than before but it gets quiet after about 30 seconds. ?!?!?! seems like the lash adjusters are not holding pressure when the the engine has set for a bit. An immediate restart after it has been running yields no tapping. The parts I used were sold as a Ford factory kit but… I will say the truck had not been maintained very well and it pretty varnished up inside. Is there and oil additive that I could use in case crap got inside the new adjusters and help clean them maybe?? Any help is greatly appreciated. Getting ready to retire and was hope to geet another 175000 out of the truck.

[@BrianSmith-lo3mj]

Thanks for posting another good video to prevent the Ford dealerships from stealing the hard earned money from people's pocket. I really wish you would do a video on how to replace the timing chains and plastic guide tensioners on a 4.0 SOHC.

[@Toolaholic7]

Engine comes out to do the timing chains with the 4.0 Fords put on an engine stand.There is a rear one too and it is a PITA to do with it in the vehicle.

[@BrianSmith-lo3mj]

Yeah, I already know it. It's the most horrible design that any auto manufacturer has ever come out with. I'm glad they finally fixed it in 2004.5 on the Ford Ranger.

[@Toolaholic7]

GM is this way too and this is with the Chevy Traverse,Buick Enclave,GMC Acadia and the Saturn version with the well known POS 3.6 engine.Engine comes out from the bottom to change timing chains

[@ananditagangwar9988]

My 2007 navigator makes a ticking sound only when I'm driving...and when I'm pressing on the accelerator. Not when I rev when parked. Can anyone offer any clues to what could be wrong?

[@hawaiianf1504]

Brian - Another awesome video Bruddah!! Would I be correct in thinking that these tests and checks in your video apply equally as well to the 4.6L 3V motors? I have the 4.6l 3v motor in my 2009 F150.

[@KenshinNoxek]

Hey Guys maybe im right here. Im writing from germany and i have some asks... when my F350 5.4 V2 99er is accelerating i have a quiet tapping or ticking noise. It gets louder with the rpms. Now i have changed many things rollers and hydros glowplugs... I need some help or ideas as to what it could be. i mean an F350 is unique in Germany and I don't want to scrap it.

[@amazin1827]

My 06 expedition has 220k and going.. chased a failing MSD coil and back in business. Changed plugs once, and injectors twice, 1 alternator, 3 batteries. If the truck gives up I'm puttin that 5.4 in a 56 F100.

[@warrenosborne1748]

Why did Ford make this engine for over a decade!? And still not fix or do away with this stupid money pit of a design? Going back to Chevy 5.3 1500 trucks. You can at least delete the Stupid vvt system in the new ones. I HATE MY FIRST EVER FORD! Bought it at 105k miles and was a maintained government truck. This problem now happening at 113k Best selling truck in the USA, My Ass! Thanks for leaving me and my kids on side of the road FORD...

[@tylermulkey330]

yea bud great job on the video you deff are the real deal and great teacher. id let you work on my truck or vehicle any day.

[@samyza200]

My 2005 f150 sounds like a Diesel

[@bobbyhempel1513]

I'm likely about to go in and change the VCT solinoids on my 4.6 so I'll definitely be checking these parts while im in there.

[@jalhp]

Is there a way to tell which lash adjusters are bad without removing anything? Like having base circle and checking for extra play on the adjuster side?

[@TonyGarrett-p1c]

Nice vid. I want a new F250, but a local used truck dealer told me he does not sell Ford trucks newer than 2017 because they have noisy engines. Does that make sense? Thanks!

[@swingblade1776]

2004 Expedition 4.6... making a "tssst tssst tssst" leaking air sound from the passenger side top of the engine. Rough idle, stalls at full stops. i just changed vaccuum lines, plugs and coil packs, o2 sensors and throttle position sensor... rough idle stopped but it still tries to stall. No exhaust leak, no misfires but the noise has not changed. Im stumped.

[@jasontooke]

Cracked intake manifold? Get a can of ether (starter fluid) and spray around the manifold. The spray will cause the idle to increase.

[@Jimmy-mx4cc]

Why would ford ..do something so stupid to build such a bad design engine..fff do thay have , shears in Toyota,

[@aldenarthur1373]

I need help with my 99 ford expedition 5.4 lt 4x4 Eddie Brauer edition. Please contact me

[@GabrielMorales-il4sf]

I own a 2007 F150, long crank before it will start. I check purge valve, not getting stock. I notice when full gas tank it will not do it. Please help.

[@denyspit9708]

Sir ,I believe I have about six out of them failed ,could it result in making very loud knock and bad idle

[@haram113]

Can you make a video showing where the vacuum lines from to and from on this engine. I got in a rush replacing my intake manifold and I think I may have crossed lines. Thanks

[@mariotorres4017]

hello these valve lifters are the same of all ford 5.4l, 4.6l, 3.0, 2.5l ? i see the same lifter, i need it for ford escape 3.0 (2006) and i see that these model of lifter are compatible whit some ford and dodge vehicles.

[@chadmoyer1453]

Everytime I watch this I lmao at his comment,"that Ford guys n idiot," that had me rolling. Good job.

[@danieltonnessen656]

Notice other bleeding the lifter wanted to know if I should bleed .chevy u soake them and purge the air out please let me know on ford. Ps it's a 2v pi 4.6

[@nonpe8216]

I hear a sucking noise on the drivers side of the engine just randomly happened what could it possibly be and how urgent is it to take to mechanic? There are no codes on dash or engine light.

[@Frank-or5lg]

I have a 2015 5.4 2v. It ticks only when torque curve flattens out while driving only.what could it be

[@wiltron19ify]

I have a ford f-150 with a knocking noise Can you help me Some tell me to buy a new engine but want to know if thts not the case!!

[@ClarenceJackson-pd8kk]

What would cause my 2004 Ford f 150 5.4 3 valve head tap when turning it over

[@josecortes-tm1hv]

I have a 2004 Ford F-150 4wd 5.4 3v marking noise after warm up some people can help me with it

[@МихаилОбъедков-я8э]

Добрый день. Помогите разобраться с автомобилем форд экспедишн 1998г.в, троит двигатель.

[@kenni411]

dude i love your videos you are awesome !!! i have learned so much since i have stumbled upon your channel .... thank you !

[@FordTechMakuloco]

Thanks!

[@DibroTeam]

I just get my new lash adjuster and roller arms for RH side. They are full with oil. Do i need to bleed them or put it like that?

[@diyhomeprojects7317]

I believe your problem is the lash adjusters and roller followers

[@michaelhanglow5051]

You are the Man

[@cameronforeman1043]

Is this the only way to inspect these is to have them out? Or can you tell if they have failed with them still in the valve train other than just looking at the cam lobes?

[@goldmanjace]

Looks like im gonna sell mine. Nobody really Here in Germany to Work in These.

[@mi_vida_luca8924]

I know this is a long shot but Anybody know any good Ford techs in Fresno California?

[@WhiteBoiJake]

I have a 2010 3v 5.4 that ticks when I get to about 1000 rpms I’m gonna try 5w30, hopefully it’s nothing too bad the motor only has 89k :/

[@robhicks2117]

Mine 2010 5.4 does the same thing and I have 171000 miles on it. I have heard the ticking noise ever since I bought it and I bought it with 43,000 miles. I can really hear it some times at a drive thru but never had a problem. I have switched to 5w30 and I change the oil and oil filter around 6000 miles now. These engines make noise. Just keep your oil changed, get the rpm's up every once in a while when on the highway to help push out any gunk build up in the undersized oil ports and you should be fine.

[@fidjet]

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[@namechef7344]

It took me a while to realize this is my truck, haha but seriously Brian does an awesome job, I have had no problems since having this done, very affordable compared to other mechanics or dealership!

[@jasonasiancajun8950]

John Wyskochil where his shop at?

[@jaymac214]

Hey man, i've found your channel to be very very helpful! I think i'm experiencing this issue. You mentioned the odd sound when the exhaust valves aren't opening... does that almost resemble a "sweeping" noise?

[@FordTechMakuloco]

No its more of a loud popping noise.

[@slickearl827]

Worst motor ever made. Just replaced one. Very expensive. No more Fords for me!

[@diemman70]

I'm always applying the great information to other makes. Thanks for posting these in depth engine analytics.

[@jeraldfrates3991]

It really bugs me when people say 'these ones'. Not proper English!

[@77cuti]

HELP! Im doing the timing chains on my 2010 f150 xlt 5.4 the big stud on the bottom passenger side has a plastic piece on it that i cant get to come off, it is attached to some wires. whats the trick to remove the plastic to free the stud.

[@FordTechMakuloco]

+Michael Mindak follow the power harness back near the starter on the side of the Block there is a 10mm bolt there take it out then the harness will slide forward enough and come off the stud.

[@MadMetalShop]

Hey I got one for ya! Just spent 10k and dropped a reman 5.4 3v in my f150 with a new flex plate and TC. Well something is knocking and at first I thought it might have been a manifold leak. Had them checked and nothing. Was told it was normal timing chain noise which I know from your videos IS NOT normal..... But where it sounds like it's coming from to me is around the bell housing area and where the new TC was installed. I don't hear the rattle near as much at the front of the motor as I do the rear between it and the trans somewhere. I just have a feeling im going to keep bringing my truck back over and over again just to be told it's normal and have to spend more money on top the 10k doing so. It really does sound like it's in the bell housing. I tried to scope ot with a screwdriver but haven't quite pin pointed the noise. Just the general location. Hoping it's not resonating from somewhere else. I still have yet to check my injectors and possibly starter. When I pulled the inspection plug to the TC the teeth looked fine as far as I can tell. Maybe my cats? They didn't make much sound when I scoped them. Like I said it also has a new flex plate. I'm at a loss here. Edit.... The reman also came with sprockets instead of phasers and a module to flash my computer with so it can't be due to cam phaser noise because it doesn't have any anymore. They're essentially what a lockout kit would accomplish.

[@johnallison8175]

One of the best jobs of sharing information that I have seen

[@florenbaron7111]

Do you have a video of the noise? Maybe mine is just from the injectors.