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Samsung 3160N - clicking sound but printing okay

Suddenly developed a clicking sound (quite loud) 2 every second or less while printing (in colour only I think).  Seems to print okay, but cant stand the noise and wondering if I am diong damage.  Looked for anything jammed and doesn't seem to be.  Have taken all usual parts out and out them back...no different.
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Check the toner cartridge make sure it is all the way in. Also full out all those toner cartridges and check the gear that rotates when you print see if there is no broken teeth. This happens on mine too.

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