98 subaru outback 2.5l tapping sound

Feb 01, 2005 1 Replies

I have good gas mileage low oil consuption. But I hear a tapping sound from the engine. The car accelerates fine no funny smells from vehicle or smoke from exhaust. What is the tap tap tap sound I hear. Should I ignore it?



possibly piston slap, possibly timing belt tensioner.

Carl

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