carisma gdi tappett noise

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Mon 21 Aug 2006 14:31
carisma gdi tappett noise - zippy1006
Hi!
My mitsubishi carisma 1.8 gdi 51 plate (bad engine i know) seems to have developed a really bad tappett tick.
At first it was only noticeable when it was cold (to be expected) and that didnt last for long, however recently this ticking has become more constant regardless of engine temp. The only time it settles down is when the car is idling, and even then not all the time. I am using quite a good quality oil and have also tried a hydraulic lifter additive to no avail. Obviously i will be carrying out another oil change now but im wandering if this is a common problem and if there are any known cures.

thanks
stu!
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