D16y2 1.6 SOHC non Vtec the engine is really loud the car only had 84000km on it ( think its the valves B/C youtube vids )

How do i fix this problem its not causing any problems just really annoying

Anybody give me a step by step ? or have any other info why this is happening

thanks so much!

 

valve lash adjustment is a good idea for 100k tune up. If you hear a ticking noise on a cold start that lasts up to a couple minutes until the engine is warmed up, and your acceleration is a bit more sluggish it is probably the valve lash.

Its pretty easy, all you need is a feeler gauge, a metal coat hanger, and a jack stand, and a socket wrench. Be VERY careful when removing the valve cover bolts cause they break off really easy and that is a nightmare.

here is a diy thread on it: http://www.d-series.org/forums/diy-f...djustment.html

 

Post a video of the sound. There are many things that can cause a car to be loud -- exhaust, rod knock, valve tick, etc.

 

man that is alot harder and more complicated than i thought how much do you think a mechanic will charge me for this ?

 

like ron said, if you are able to post a video of your noise that would help. If you are planning on paying to have this done, you should be certain that is your problem.

I dont know what a mechanic would charge, but it shouldnt be more than an hour of labor so my guess would be 50-100 depending on where you are. Out here in the woods mechanics charge 50-70 per hour but ive heard it is a lot more in other places.