If it is coming from the engine, it is more than likely the hydraulic valve lifters. They sometimes go bad and don't hold oil in them and need to get oil into them to work. When they get older they don't hold the oil, as well and they will make this noise too. If it is a constant ticking that speeds up with the engine speed, you know that is most likely what it is.
The ticking noise could be worn out rocker arms under valve covers. Switch to heavier weight oil if ticking noise subsides that could be your problem. This is usually a sign of a high mileage engine. Worst case scenario would be weak oil pump not getting oil to top of heads.
You need to have the system checked for codes to know what the problem could be.
1996 dode grand caravan V6 3.8L smoking gas are the tail pipe what could be the problem.............
this could indicate any one of numerous different problems...depending on the type of vehicle...lol if it happens when the engine is at idle then the Ticking could be a valve tapping,and the smell could be burning oil from a leaking valve cover...or the ticking could be from a water pump or powersteering pump with bad bearings and the smell could be anti-freeze leaking past the the seals of the water pump or past the seals of the powersteering pump and burning on the hot engine. if it only happens when you have the AC on then the Ticking could be from a worn AC clutch and the burning smell could be the AC/serpentine belt... For front wheel drive: If the ticking only happens when the vehicle is in motion then one of the CV joints on one of the drive shafts maybe bad and the smell could be fluid leaking from around the drive seal of the shaft.. If the ticking only happens when the wheels are in motion then it could also be a damaged break pad and the smell could be the break pad burning... the ticking could also becoming from the automatic transmission and the smell from leaking fluid.. depending on where the sound is located front or back? in the rear wheel drive vehicles the ticking could be coming from the rear gears in the pumkin and the smell from leaking axle seals/covers.. you should take the vehicle to a mechanic who can use his own ears and nose to track the problem down...other than that its just a shot in the dark on what the problem really is...
The only light that could come on would be the check engine light.
Hey Mart==Generally just one valve ticking wouldn't cause a power loss. It deoends on what kind of car and engine you have. It could be an injector ticking which would cause a dead miss. GoodluckJoe
Try to locate the ticking noise. Is it the engine? Is it ticking when you are driving? When you are sitting still? It could be as simple as a stone stuck in yoru tire, everytime it hits the road it ticks. it could be a lifter in the engine. Try to be more specific as to where and when the ticking happens.
depending on the year I have had issues with a 1990 and a 1992 grand caravan problem was the light in the glove box the contact would turn the light on periodically draining battery
The ticking could be just the pipes expanding and contracting. Or, the heating elements could have a build up that occurs over time.
A loud ticking sound near the engine could indicate a problem with the engine's valves or lifters. It's best to have a mechanic inspect and diagnose the issue to prevent any further damage to the engine. Ignoring the sound could lead to more serious issues and potentially expensive repairs.
could be a lifter sticking
Could be a bad clockspring. check for a recall on the vehicle for this problem.