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Why is my Toyota 4.7L V8 making a ticking noise?

I’ve been helping my dad work on his old Toyota, and we’re noticing that the engine is making a ticking noise. Should we be worried? What causes a ticking noise in a 4.7L V8 Toyota engine?

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Brittni Brinn · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
That sounds like a great project for you and your dad! If a Toyota 4.7L V8 is making a ticking noise, it is likely caused by one of these issues:
  • Low oil level or pressure
  • Issue with the ignition system
  • Exhaust leak around the manifold
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