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2004 Saturn L300 Clicking/ticking sound help!
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blehbleh2
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Sep 15, 2011, 1:58 AM
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2004 Saturn L300 Clicking/ticking sound help!
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2004 Saturn L300 2.2L 4cly
When I turn on the car there's a loud clicking/ticking sound coming from the engine (idling) and the clicking speeds up based on RPMs. But after 1-2 minutes the engine warms up and the sound goes away completely.
Now I'm hesitant to bring it in to a mechanic because I only plan on keeping this vehicle for another year or two and I don't want to get in over my head in repair costs. I really have no idea if this is a cheap fix, decently cheap fix, or a drive it off a cliff fix.
Any ideas on what my problem could be and what the cost to fix it is would be greatly appreciated.
EDIT* 98000 miles, no warning lights.
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Tom Greenleaf
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Sep 15, 2011, 1:49 PM
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Re: 2004 Saturn L300 Clicking/ticking sound help!
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Can't be sure but sounds like a sludged up engine so far. Try using Mobil 1 - lime capped 0-30 and it may clear up. Otherwise it will need more diagnosing,
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lansingautorepair
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Sep 25, 2011, 8:42 PM
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Re: 2004 Saturn L300 Clicking/ticking sound help!
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I would try a really good long engine flush and then use a good synthetic oil afterwards.
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(This post was edited by Hammer Time on Sep 26, 2011, 3:19 AM)
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Discretesignals
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Sep 25, 2011, 9:40 PM
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Re: 2004 Saturn L300 Clicking/ticking sound help!
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INFORMATION
Bulletin No.: 04-06-01-029E
Date: April 29, 2010
Subject: Unnecessary Flushing Services, Additive Recommendations and Proper Utilization of GM Simplified Maintenance Schedule to Enhance Customer Service Experience
Models:
2011 and Prior GM Passenger Cars and Trucks (including Saturn)2010 and Prior HUMMER H2, H32005-2009 Saab 9-7X
Supercede:This bulletin is being revised to update the model years and add information about the proper transmission flush procedure. Please discard Corporate Bulletin Number 04-06-01-029D (Section 06 - Engine/Propulsion System).
An Overview of Proper Vehicle Service
General Motors is aware that some companies are marketing tools and equipment to support a subsystem flushing procedures. These dedicated machines are in addition to many engine oil, cooling system, fuel system, A/C, transmission flush and steering system additives available to the consumer.
GM Vehicles under normal usage do not require any additional procedures or additives beyond what is advised under the former Vehicle Maintenance Schedules or the current Simplified Maintenance Schedules. Do not confuse machines available from Kent-Moore/SPX that are designed to aid and accelerate the process of fluid changing with these flushing machines.
Engine Crankcase Flushing
General Motors Corporation does not endorse or recommend engine crankcase flushing for any of its gasoline engines. Analysis of some of the aftermarket materials used for crankcase flushing indicate incompatibility with GM engine components and the potential for damage to some engine seals and bearings. Damage to engine components resulting from crankcase flushing IS NOT COVERED under the terms of the New Vehicle Warranty.
Since we volunteer our time and knowledge, we ask for you to please follow up when a problem is resolved.
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