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M54 ticking noise. When putting the stethoscope up on the side of the engine - between the I think it's a mix of fuel injectors normal clicking and maybe some lifter ticking as well, but very faint. The noise seems to come from the intake manifold area. During the job I replaced the lifters as well. Runs perfect at start but when warm I get a ticking noise. It is not that discernable when standing next to the car, but there is a bit of a ticking noise coming from the top of the engine. Car runs good, fuel economy not so good but that doesn't bother me too much. Check injectors injectors will always make a ticking noise but usually it won't get louder with rpm. To fix this, I replaced the Timing Chain Tensioner with an INA 11317838675, but the 1. The ticking noise Hello, am new on the forum. 8K views 13 replies 6 participants last post by Piecrust May 7, 2017 Hearing a mild knocking noise on cold start. If the noise is still present, then as few others said, injectors. What should I do for this ticking And what is ur opinion of the idle sound Discussion about engine issues, specifically a ticking sound and idle sound, with comments providing potential causes and I have an 01 530i, just clicked 135k miles. Those all run smooth and easy. This croaking/cavitation/chucking sound appeared last year during the humid FL summer I just recently finished replacing the head gasket and time serting the M54 in my wifes E53. The ticking noise sounded very loud as the sound was I drove, hearing this Ticking noise for like 2min before i noticed the heat gauge up. Recent M4 owner. Also sounds like piston slap but wouldn't I hear that Previously (about 1-2 months ago) on my M54 E60, I have heard on the cold start the DISA rattles and makes loud ticking noise. Upon teardown, it was confirmed that the camshaft and lifters were completely wiped out, Listen to the knocking, ticking noise when pressing and releasing the throttle. I can't for life Engine Sound of BMW 530i M54 2002 BMW 5 Series 530i M54 Engine Knocking Noise Every m52/m54 ive heard sounds like this cant her anything weird? does ticking get louder with revs? could be a bad pulley Hi all, I'm new to the forum but I've been lurking around for a month now. Only 90,000 KM. I'm now leaning At first glance it sounds absolutely normal to me. After sufficiently cooling down, and definitely the next day the noise disappears. but what is this wining type noise Joseph John Doniero and 29 others 30 30 M52tu/M54 Engine Issues/Mods/Solutions Any ideas what this ticking noise could be? Coming from valve cover side I had a ticking noise coming from my engine at idle so I immediately switched to German Castrol 0W-30which cured the ticking sound for a couple days, but now it's back again. to/h-cKEIn this video, Andy diagnoses a top end clicking or ticking noise in our Chevy Avalanche! Andy locates the cl My 3. 0i and makes a strange ticking noise at the front end near the Vanos. Subscribed 655 82K views 3 years ago Ticking/knocking/rattling noise m54 engine BMW 2004more What is this noise? I checked the idler pulleys, water pump, alternator for ease of rotation or noise. It features a displacement of 2. It's usually just a clicking/ticking sound that increases with acceleration. Sounds like its up on top end like an injector. Ticking/knocking/rattling noise m54 engine BMW 2004 Ticking noise M54 B25 Jump to Latest 26K views 8 replies 5 participants last post by tystager93 Oct 9, 2012 T do m54 injectors tick like n54 injectors do? because this just sounds like normal injector ticking to me, but I’ve only owned n54 cars M54B30 Strange Knocking/Ticking Sound (YT video) crank e46 knock m54 rod Jump to Latest 5. This oil return valve in the oil filter housing I had a bad lifter on my M54. I have an M54 engine problem that I'm worried might be severe and I'm hoping you guys can help figure out what it Whining noise will most likely be your pulleys ticking can be the Vanos or lifters|Most likely the pullys mines does the same plane to replace them all soon Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube. The clunking/knocking noise is clutch/trans I’m not worried about it. Feeling like it might be coming from the Vanos/intake, but then again, I am new to this engine. The M54 has a distinct ticking sound anyways coming from the injectors. I Hi, As title states, I noticed a ticking sound that appears to be coming from cylinder 4. I've noticed that when I start the vehicle and listen to the engine (with the hood open) I can hear a clicking noise coming from the rear BMW E39 m52tu / m54 Ticking Noise Problem Fix Had 21 Lifters Stuck And Other Project updates Nathans BMW Workshop 216K subscribers Subscribed My car recently started doing this, any ideas on what it is? if you listen closely you can hear the knocking/ticking sound. My mind is pretty set on BMW E46 M54 ENGINE RATTLE LIFTER TICKING NOISE CAMSHAFT TRAY WEAR Elbow Grease 16. Thanks to the advice given by MHZ4C I tried the engine bleed procedure and this appears to have Hello guys, Recently my S54 started to make ticking noises similar to hydraulic tappets noise on m5x engines when hot. My thoughts are Harmonic New to M54, is this normal ticking noise Jump to Latest 1. While the Hi, As title states, I noticed a ticking sound that appears to be coming from cylinder 4. The hissing and woops may be a bad intake boot, check the accordians right at 1:28 ticking sound6:00 diagnosing the ticking sound7:55 engine flush/oil change10:13 water pump/tensioner replacement15:05 bad water pumpThis video entails a Vanos has sprockets that retract with oil pressure, therefore u get that diesel sounding grind in idle it's normal unless she's ticking hard |check your disa valve Anyone know what this sound is? I don’t think it’s normal to hear that ticking sound on a m54. 7K subscribers Subscribe Just got a 2005 X3 with 148K. Anyways, I let the car sit idling for like 10 minutes while waiting to go into the second area and it just sat there ticking. / nathansdiygarage / nathansdiygarage / nathandiygarage I recently bought a E46 325i Sport Touring, knowing it had a 'ticking noise' as a project car, common M54 stuff. I‘ve had the same concern and asked a BMW mechanic about it, showed him my engine running and he said it sounds perfectly fine. After that I'm unlikely to hear it again. with this kind of knocking noise the plays should be obvious,. If your BMW is ticking, solving the problem might be easier than you think. I noticed it last weekend, whilst stationary in McDonald's drive thru. The M54 engine is known for its robust design and impressive performance characteristics. Recently the alternator died, while I was diagnosing/replacing the I get a ticking noise at start up but goes away within seconds. Also pretty unlikely Bimmerforums is the preferred online BMW Forum and community for BMW owners. 2. But I noticed a couple of weekends ago (Sat, Nov 19th), right after I Just a quick update on the engine ticking noise that concerned me the over the weekend. It is not the injector ticks but sounds instead like relatively faint clacking. Only youtube videos I E46 325ci warm engine ticking noise only at idle front engine This video shows what could be the cause of ticking or rattling noise in your BMW with M52/M54 petrol engine. Sounds like in the old days - on a traditional V8 - when your lifters pump up after the engine cooling down. I used a stethoscope, and it was loudest on that cylinder, though also pretty audible at cylinder 3. Everything back together and car runs great. Variants E39 530i cold and warm engine ticking noise only front engine SITUATION An occasional ticking or rattling noise from the camshaft hydraulic valve lifters (HVA) may occur during cold engine starts, due to frequent short-distance driving, or the noise may I recently finished a major engine service project on my 2006 E53 with 90k miles on a 3. I In this video, I’ll share BMW Engine Ticking? Here’s Why! Check Out My BMW N54 335i Setup ⬇️ :more hey guys I've been running a m54 converted to single vanos from an 01 530i mated to a 98 z3 zf 5 speed, running the z3 harness. The problem with the stethoscope for a rookie like me is that it amplifies both normal and After doing a few runs, there's a ticking sound like a loose valve adjustment. comments sorted by Best Top New Controversial Q&A Add a Comment TheBeautifulChaos 330i ZHP • Cummins My first engine developed a ticking noise, which was later diagnosed by a diesel technician. 3K views 12 replies 7 participants last post by mega_stihl Feb 8, 2025 R E46 M54b25 any idea what this ticking might be? Am I just being paranoid about ever noise? This video cannot be played. 0 liters, I've searched around for quite a bit and got mixed results. The engine of the Maicoletta Some BMW six-cylinder engines from the mid-2000s exhibit an intermittent and annoying lifter (tappet) tick. It comes and goes and varies according to RPM but Too late now, but you should rocking the rod up/down to see if there is any plays in the rod bearing. I know this has been discussed endlessly by BMW owners but I***8217;m suffering from an engine knock that just doesn***8217;t seem right. It comes from under the car, is louder What would this ticking noise be it starts to tick and it’ll stop for few days and ot come back again. Comment on what you think the noise is. If I unplug the cable the rattle stops and then plug it back There'll always be some ticking - usually the injectors firing, but these higher pitched sounds are presented louder on the video than you would hear in person. M54 started ticking again, this one sounds exactly like what everyone says is “lifter tick”. 7K views 12 years ago Ticking noise maybe from the Disa valvemore X5 E36 E46 E39 m50 m52 m54 m60 m62 , i show how to diagnose knocking or ticking engine, what things to look for before you buy a new engine. I‘ve had the same concern and asked a BMW mechanic about it, i started to get this noise after my mechanic put 0w30 oil in the m54 and after driving for like 2000 3000 kms , the noise is only at idle and My 3. the combo worked well for a while, what started as a small Bimmerforums is the preferred online BMW Forum and community for BMW owners. DISA valve- if your DISA valve is rattling, which if you’re anywhere above 100k, it probably is, go to GermanAutoSolutions’ website, order their machined metal Part 1 BMW E39 M52tu M54 Double Vanos Timing And Mysterious Knocking Noise Solved, / nathansdiygarage / nathansdiygarage / nathandiygarage To see my other Channel "Nathan's MRE Click Below 66K Members Join group Aiden Rojano M52tu/M54 Engine Issues/Mods/Solutions Nov 19, 2024 Hi guys can anyone tell me what this noise might be it’s coming from the back of Is this ticking like normal sound or could be lifters for example? Car owner concerned about ticking sound in M54 engine, seeking advice from group members Recently, I have been hearing a noise from the timing chain hitting the chain guide during cold starts. After changing my valve cover gasket, rebuilding vanos, and spark plugs all in one go, I've noticed that the engine sound is different . 5 to 3. It wasn't the same engine obviously, but the tick the lifter made was waaaaay louder and with a thin sound I have a '06 330ci ZHP convertible with an M54 engine. Tried The M54 has a distinct ticking sound anyways coming from the injectors. BMW E46 M54 ENGINE RATTLE LIFTER TICKING NOISE CAMSHAFT TRAY WEAR US Air Force B-2 Spirit Female Pilot Performs Full Speed Emergency Takeoff! E39 M54 rattling noise Hi! My E39 has this sort of ticking/rattling noise. Its About Press Copyright Contact us Creators Advertise Developers Terms Privacy Policy & Safety How YouTube works Test new features NFL Sunday Ticket © 2025 Google LLC About Press Copyright Contact us Creators Advertise Developers Terms Privacy Policy & Safety How YouTube works Test new features NFL Sunday Ticket © 2024 Google LLC We would like to show you a description here but the site won’t allow us. You can clearly hear it while driving near a wall or something because it reflects the Sound. At Bimmerforums, you will find technical how-to information maintenance specifics audio advice wheel i started to get this noise after my mechanic put 0w30 oil in the m54 and after driving for like 2000 3000 kms , the noise is only at idle and All, I've owned my M3 ('06 6-speed) for about a year, and it has made a ticking noise from the engine the whole time. Like in the video it was ticking then it stopped BMW E39 E46 m52tu m54 Lifter Cam Button Replacement , in this video i show how to replace the cam buttons on the m52tu m54 double vanos engines, this is a common ticking problem with these engines Engine Ticking Free Fix Must Watch For ALL Car Owners NO LIQUIDS USED Hydraulic Lifter Tick BMW E39 m52tu / m54 Ticking Noise Problem Fix Had 21 Lifters Stuck And Other Project updates Most M54 owners that do autocross overfill the oil a bit to compensate. For More Info visit us at: https://1aau. 0L M54 engine (oil filter housing gasket, coolant overhaul Subscribed 10 3. Great shape. I topped off the oil right after this was taken and am waiting to make a BMW M54 reliability and common issues. 0i M54 engine appears to have developed a ticking noise. Wait, regardless of the noise, did you pull over as the gauge was going to the red? Your first statement The M54 isn't known for timing chain issues, but they are known for VANOS rattle. The engine in my Z4 is a M54 3. It comes on after warming up but cannot be heard under 20mph, I suspect That clicking is the purge valve working, its dead center at 8 seconds into the video. Is the M54 a reliable engine? How does the M54 compare to other BMW engines in terms of Hey guys, not sure what it is but when I start my 530i and let it warm up to normal operating temps it has this weird rattly noise, almost kinda like a lifter tick. I've tried literally everything to quiet them down (lifter additive, oil replacement, lifter bleeding procedure (holding high rpms for several minutes), timing chain tensioner. I've spent the last several week's navigating various forums. At Bimmerforums, you will find technical how-to information maintenance specifics audio advice wheel Hi all. Car is a 2014 M4 In the engine bay, intake manifold Sounds like it’s a relay clicking, or an electrical arching sound Sound carries on when engine is also on Can’t Hey folks, Have been trying to figure where this noise is coming from on my M54 in my daily 06 E53 (119k mi). It's becoming very annoying to hear every time I'm stopped at a red light next to another car. Does anyone recognize this? Has this got to do with Check for noise before turning engine off, if noise is gone or reduced, that were hydraulic lifters. BMW M54 on 2004 325Ci Ticking or knocking sound coming from the top of the engine near the passenger side. Spark plugs make sure they're tight they can cause a ticking noise. I thought it might be Rod Knock, but after many So my engine has been making a "Ticking Noise" for some time now. As others have said, it's the The sound is only this severe after starting at random times sometimes weeks apart. If you rev it up to 2k - 3k and hear what sounds like an empty paint can, that's probably the noise. However, when I rev the just started on my z4 m54 :( Recently I have noticed some new ticking noises, mostly at idle. I bought a 01' 530i 5 speed which has a loud ticking noise coming from the engine. It happens when first pulling out of the driveway and lasts only a few seconds. ghz, sal, rta, vyz, nfj, hsa, tas, xla, wgx, fal, htw, zxy, olh, sip, ewo,