my 13' gt have it too but goes away 3-400miles after oil change
What is the BBQ tick vs others?
Like many here, I developed a ticking noise on my new 2014 GT w/Track Pack after changing the oil at 9800 miles. Had never had it before. Used 5W50 full synthetic as per owners manual. I have about 10500 miles now and tick is still there after car has warmed up.
I have read about and was wondering about what the BBQ tick is vs other ticks. Don't want to start another thread on this - just maybe a description of the differences.
I have read many threads about his and of course am not pleased (to say the least) about the range of solutions tried by dealers to correct this - from "additives" to engine replacement (unbelievable but kudos to Ford I guess...).
Just curious as to what the difference in ticks is. Thanks for any info. Will need to take car in for other issue but nervous about even bringing this up.
btw - my tick is not "steady" or same volume for each tick if that makes sense....
I have read about and was wondering about what the BBQ tick is vs other ticks. Don't want to start another thread on this - just maybe a description of the differences.
I have read many threads about his and of course am not pleased (to say the least) about the range of solutions tried by dealers to correct this - from "additives" to engine replacement (unbelievable but kudos to Ford I guess...).
Just curious as to what the difference in ticks is. Thanks for any info. Will need to take car in for other issue but nervous about even bringing this up.
btw - my tick is not "steady" or same volume for each tick if that makes sense....
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Sorry to hear you have that crazy BBQ tic...Unfortunately, all I really know is what I have read in threads same as you. Are you going to send Deysha (our forums FORD rep) your info and escalate it to a dealer? ....I understand reading the horror stories doesn't make that seem to appealing though.
The other tic that guys report, is the one my car has just developed. A consistent one (not as high pitch as the BBQ lighter tic) up behind the front passenger wheel in the engine bay (Tic, Tic, Tic, Tic, Tic, Tic..)...Sounds more belt related. I'm blaming the cold weather, but I have no idea though.
Hopefully someone more knowledgeable can chime in and educate us on whats going on!
The other tic that guys report, is the one my car has just developed. A consistent one (not as high pitch as the BBQ lighter tic) up behind the front passenger wheel in the engine bay (Tic, Tic, Tic, Tic, Tic, Tic..)...Sounds more belt related. I'm blaming the cold weather, but I have no idea though.
Hopefully someone more knowledgeable can chime in and educate us on whats going on!
Pretty sure I would not be appreciated if I started another tick thread. Just really wanted to know what the barbeque lighter tick sounded like compared to other ticks so I could classify the one I have. Any descriptions or reference would be much appreciated. I have a 2014 with track pack and used 5w50 motorcraft full synth as per manual at 9800 miles. Now have 10500 and a tick that developed after the oil change which seems to be a common factor. Doesn't seem dealers have a handle on this from what I have read with explanations ranging from "it's normal" to full engine replacement. Again, just trying to get a description of the tick called the barbeque tick for now. Thank you and we will hopefully eventually find the cause(s).Sorry to hear you have that crazy BBQ tic...Unfortunately, all I really know is what I have read in threads same as you. Are you going to send Deysha (our forums FORD rep) your info and escalate it to a dealer? ....I understand reading the horror stories doesn't make that seem to appealing though.
The other tic that guys report, is the one my car has just developed. A consistent one (not as high pitch as the BBQ lighter tic) up behind the front passenger wheel in the engine bay (Tic, Tic, Tic, Tic, Tic, Tic..)...Sounds more belt related. I'm blaming the cold weather, but I have no idea though.
Hopefully someone more knowledgeable can chime in and educate us on whats going on!
It says to use 5w50 in your manual? Interesting. Maybe the thicker viscosity is causing the issue to pop up?....I've only ever used 5w20 Full Synthetic. And my manual says 5w20. And our 5.0 Coyote engines are EXACTLY THE SAME. Bizarre! Even though yours is a "track pack", the engines are no different. Only the BOSS Coyote engine is different, otherwise all the GTs come off the line the same. Maybe they expect someone who buys a "track pack" to race more, hence they feel you should run the thicker oil all the time....Pretty sure I would not be appreciated if I started another tick thread. Just really wanted to know what the barbeque lighter tick sounded like compared to other ticks so I could classify the one I have. Any descriptions or reference would be much appreciated. I have a 2014 with track pack and used 5w50 motorcraft full synth as per manual at 9800 miles. Now have 10500 and a tick that developed after the oil change which seems to be a common factor. Doesn't seem dealers have a handle on this from what I have read with explanations ranging from "it's normal" to full engine replacement. Again, just trying to get a description of the tick called the barbeque tick for now. Thank you and we will hopefully eventually find the cause(s).
Anyway.. If you've read the other threads about the BBQ tick, no doubt you've seen some videos and have actually heard it. If not, here's a video a recent member posted. Notice the high pitch spark sound. And its sporadic inconsistency. This is the BBQ lighter tick.
http://youtu.be/NonHbM_ayzc
Here's a different video with a different tick. The one I mentioned mine is doing.
http://youtu.be/EddP4b2eVnw
Mine has a tick. On the passenger side. It sounds valve train related, and is definitely louder with the addition of long tube headers.
I don't like it, but I just drive it.
Car is an early build '11 with less than 5,000 miles.
Procharger probably voided warranty, but I really don't care as I wouldn't ever let a dealership tear my car apart.
I don't like it, but I just drive it.
Car is an early build '11 with less than 5,000 miles.
Procharger probably voided warranty, but I really don't care as I wouldn't ever let a dealership tear my car apart.
Thank you ChiZ_65!It says to use 5w50 in your manual? Interesting. Maybe the thicker viscosity is causing the issue to pop up?....I've only ever used 5w20 Full Synthetic. And my manual says 5w20. And our 5.0 Coyote engines are EXACTLY THE SAME. Bizarre! Even though yours is a "track pack", the engines are no different. Only the BOSS Coyote engine is different, otherwise all the GTs come off the line the same. Maybe they expect someone who buys a "track pack" to race more, hence they feel you should run the thicker oil all the time....
Anyway.. If you've read the other threads about the BBQ tick, no doubt you've seen some videos and have actually heard it. If not, here's a video a recent member posted. Notice the high pitch spark sound. And its sporadic inconsistency. This is the BBQ lighter tick.
http://youtu.be/NonHbM_ayzc
Here's a different video with a different tick. The one I mentioned mine is doing.
http://youtu.be/EddP4b2eVnw
Mine is definitely the first one (link). Hard to hear tick on the second link though...
also - Yep, manual says 5w50 full synth for the Track Pack and 5W50 is also stamped on the oil filler cap. Wanted to use the recommended oil per the manual for warranty reasons and first oil change was free at the dealer. This starting to happen after the first oil change seems to be a common factor with this issue from what I have read so makes me think it may be related. Why? That's the big question. Hoping someone at Ford or the guys here can figure this out to find what causes and eliminated the BBQ tick.
Thanks again for the videos and help - Good luck to you and all that have these.
G
Thanks for the mention, ChiZ_65!Sorry to hear you have that crazy BBQ tic...Unfortunately, all I really know is what I have read in threads same as you. Are you going to send Deysha (our forums FORD rep) your info and escalate it to a dealer? ....I understand reading the horror stories doesn't make that seem to appealing though.
The other tic that guys report, is the one my car has just developed. A consistent one (not as high pitch as the BBQ lighter tic) up behind the front passenger wheel in the engine bay (Tic, Tic, Tic, Tic, Tic, Tic..)...Sounds more belt related. I'm blaming the cold weather, but I have no idea though.
Hopefully someone more knowledgeable can chime in and educate us on whats going on!
As I mentioned before, Rogan01; let me know if you need me.Thank you ChiZ_65!
Mine is definitely the first one (link). Hard to hear tick on the second link though...
also - Yep, manual says 5w50 full synth for the Track Pack and 5W50 is also stamped on the oil filler cap. Wanted to use the recommended oil per the manual for warranty reasons and first oil change was free at the dealer. This starting to happen after the first oil change seems to be a common factor with this issue from what I have read so makes me think it may be related. Why? That's the big question. Hoping someone at Ford or the guys here can figure this out to find what causes and eliminated the BBQ tick.
Thanks again for the videos and help - Good luck to you and all that have these.
Deysha
Thank you Deysha. I need to have my other issue evaluated by the dealer where I purchased the car and will also bring this up. I will post a follow up here and definitely take you up on your kind offer if necessary. Glad to know you are here!
G
You’re very welcome, Rogan01! :winksThank you Deysha. I need to have my other issue evaluated by the dealer where I purchased the car and will also bring this up. I will post a follow up here and definitely take you up on your kind offer if necessary. Glad to know you are here!
Deysha
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