Valve train noise - MINI Cooper Forum

MVW · #1 (**permalink**) Nov 25th, 2002, 12:57 PM

I have a light valve lifter tapping or clicking only audible from in front of the car or with the bonnet open. Can't hear it when in the car. I'm thinking its normal. Anyone else have any valve noise? Just took delivery last Wednesday. thanks.

MVW · #2 (**permalink**) Nov 25th, 2002, 01:17 PM

Thanks for your reply.

Splicer65 · #3 (**permalink**) Nov 26th, 2002, 12:21 AM

I will check mine more carefully, but, injectors also make a similar noise in operation. Tough to tell the difference sometime.

MVW · #4 (**permalink**) Nov 26th, 2002, 09:13 AM

That's where I'm leaning. I'll mention it to the dealer anyway.

Rolandh · #5 (**permalink**) Jan 8th, 2003, 04:00 PM

I have the same problem some say its valve cover material and its normal wht did your dealer say??

MVW · #6 (**permalink**) Jan 8th, 2003, 04:03 PM

I'm convinced it is just injector noise. I now have 2800 miles and car has been great.