The Final Repair Guide to 5.4 Cam Phaser Tick/Knock Sound
01-23-2015, 10:29 PM
#1821
Senior Member
you can definitely pull the starter off and take it to an auto parts store and they will check it for you. I probably would start there before dropping the money and time on the phasers just to be sure. Doesn't take that long to take the starter off. Maybe someone that has had this symptom or knows more about it will chime in soon.
01-24-2015, 03:10 PM
#1822
Breaking news!!!
My engine seized.
I took the starter off, bench tested it and everything was ok. Then i went back to the truck, took off the fan and serpetine belt, tried to turn the engine with a breaker bar and it doesnt turn, no matter how hard i try...
Would it still be worth it to remove the timing and valve covers to take a look? Or shall i start shopping for a replacement engine?
My engine seized.
I took the starter off, bench tested it and everything was ok. Then i went back to the truck, took off the fan and serpetine belt, tried to turn the engine with a breaker bar and it doesnt turn, no matter how hard i try...
Would it still be worth it to remove the timing and valve covers to take a look? Or shall i start shopping for a replacement engine?
01-24-2015, 05:33 PM
#1823
Senior Member
I would probably start shopping for a new engine. At least if you get a new or remanufactured one, you can start keeping your own maintenance log and make sure its performed right. Sorry to hear about the engine seizing though. Good luck, let us know what you decide. Maybe someone will chime in with an alternate solution.
01-24-2015, 09:33 PM
#1824
Thanks for all the tips and info guys, finally got everything back together and fired right up. The knocking noise is gone just normal injector noise now. Sounds good and runs smooth. The only complaint I have is my mpg is staying around 9. I hope this is part of the computer relearn process since my battery was off for about 3 weeks.
01-25-2015, 03:51 AM
#1826
[QUOTE=energumeno;3942441]took the passenger side valve cover off and found this.
Im opening another thread not to hijack this one with my issues...
Man that sucks. Feel for you. My truck now has 217,000 miles and I do a hail Mary every morning before I turn the key.
Im opening another thread not to hijack this one with my issues...
Man that sucks. Feel for you. My truck now has 217,000 miles and I do a hail Mary every morning before I turn the key.
01-25-2015, 11:14 PM
#1827
Ford Enthusiast
Thanks for all the tips and info guys, finally got everything back together and fired right up. The knocking noise is gone just normal injector noise now. Sounds good and runs smooth. The only complaint I have is my mpg is staying around 9. I hope this is part of the computer relearn process since my battery was off for about 3 weeks.
01-26-2015, 04:09 PM
#1828
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OK... It all started out when I decided to replace my spark plugs (broke 4). Upon starting back up it sounded terrible. I put the scan tool on it and bank one had misfires on all 4. I replaced the spark plugs again as well as the coils, still missing and no power at all and wanted to die. A mechanic and I assumed that the engine had skipped time. I have since replaced the Phasers, guides (R side guide broken), tensioners, crank sprocket, etc. I started it up and it ran terrible. I went back in and re-timed the engine. Put it all back together and still sounds like it is missing and no power. I have unplugged the CVT Solenoid with no change, so I'm wondering if this is it. I had great oil pressure pre and post repairs. I am getting codes P0174 and P2197 (which I assume is the O2 sensor unplugged)... I have read all 1813 posts and nothing stands out as similar. I really appreciate the posts and welcome comments.
