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What does a Ford Escape ticking noise mean?

Lately, I noticed my engine makes a ticking noise while driving. What does a ticking noise mean in a Ford Escape?

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Kathryn Mae Kurlychek · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
The most likely cause of your
Ford Escape
’s ticking noise is low engine oil.
When your system lacks sufficient oil, you’ll hear the oil pump working hard to circulate oil to the top of your Escape’s engine—but luckily, it’s a quick fix! Just check your engine oil level and top it off as needed—and you’re good to go!
If you check to find your engine oil is at the proper levels, the problem could be the cause of something else, such as:
  • An exhaust leak
  • An engine leak
  • A problem with the ignition
  • A problem with the drive belt
If it’s not a problem with the engine oil, further troubleshooting may be necessary to get to the bottom of your Ford Escape’s ticking noise. If your ticking noise turns out to be a bigger problem, you could be looking at expensive repairs. That’s why
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