Slight ticking sound from engine bay - is it normal?

[Detlef]

I can hear a slight ticking sound fom the engine bay after the car has warmed up a bit. Ticking frequency increases/decreases with engine RPM. Dodge dealer claims it's normal. I have a bone stock 2002 GTS. The car's power seems fine and all fluids are at normal levels. It's just a bit annoying, especially when idling at a red light to hear that ticking over the exhaust burble. Any hints? Should I be worried? Are there recommendations for further diagnosis?

 

[McGuireV10]

Yeah, the rockers on this engine are VERY noisy. I was worried about it for quite a long time, but 27,000 miles later nothing bad has happened. Also, in that time I've had the chance to spend time around a LOT of other Vipers and they all do it.

As somebody told me the first time I posted the same question here: It's a BIG engine. They make a lot of noise.

 

[Chuck 98 RT/10]

Might be the evaporator inside the fascia. Obviously difficult to diagnose on the internet. Put your location in your profile and maybe somebody nearby can help.

 

[NCVCA]

It's the fuel injectors and it is normal even though the dealer just said that because thats what they say.

 

[GONABITE]

It's like a timex takes a lickin and keeps on tickin.

 

[McGuireV10]

Cut off your mufflers and cats and the noise will "go away". LOL