Diagnosis And Testing - Mechanical Valve Tappet Noise Diagnosis
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Dodge Avenger and 2013 Chrysler 200. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
A tappet-like noise may be produced from incorrect valve lash. Refer to BUCKET, TAPPET, STANDARD PROCEDURE .