Loud ticking noise coming from the motor . It has gotten worse over time. When you idle the noise isn't as loud
This is probably tappet noise from the top end of the engine. However you should have it looked at quickly as these engines had a severe problem with oil sludging, even when recommended services were done.
This caused all sorts of problems, so see if you can get it fixed before the engine develops something terminal.
http://www.enginebuildermag.com/Article/66958/sludgy_saab_may_rattle_your_chain.aspx
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That is a common occurrence for the Festiva. I own several myself and I am a member of a forum with about 9,000 Festiva addicts. The lash adjusters, lifters, sometimes get weak or can get clogged. You can try the oil change but if it keeps occurring all you have to do is replace the lifter/s by removing the valve cover and replace them. You should see from there what needs to be done to replace them. If you need any more help feel free to join our forum www.fordfestiva.com and you will get a load of help.
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No I would not chase to the pistons, these vehicle were very comon in creating HLA noise hydraulic lash adjusting valves, meaning the valves pump up with oil as the oil gets thinner they dont pump up as fast and create a very loud ticking noise, I would not express a great concern over simplicity, dodge was famous for this, they really were.
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You have a hydraylic lifter bleeding down,they make some good oil additives that should help.
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Check the Alternator / Powersteering belts .
One of them will be damaged and loose.
Hope this helps.
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if you have climate control the a/c comp. comes on
intermitently if the clutch is going bad thats a suspect also the idler pully bearing could be tired
or the ps pump could be binding.
one way to narrow the field is the next you shut it off
after driving a short time see if any of the is noticably
hotter than the others thats a place to start.
hope this helps good luck
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