1996 Recall For Ticking Upon Start-up?

[justwufn]

I was wondering if anyone with 1996 or earlier 4.0 SOHC engines were experiencing the ticking noise upon start-up. I am, but in looking at the recall 01M01 I noticed that it did not apply to 96 0r earlier. Has anyone gotten Ford to cover their 96 or earlier? I have not gone to Ford with the issue yet. Thought I would get some feed back from people on the forum first then proceed. Thanks, Johnny

 

[Mr. MuD]

Yeah, I have a 91 and it does that...but i think jus cause its cold...cause after i drive it a couple miles it stops.

 

[yob_yeknom]

There is no SOHC in '96 and earlier Explorers. It started becoming an option in '97.

 

[bandt9299]

The 4.0 sohc came out in 97 not 96 as far as that noise I just had mine fixed on a recall. It is the timing chain, upon startup there is a little slack in the chain until the oil pressure builds up, I was told they put a check valve in to keep oil pressure on the chain at all times.

 

[justwufn]

Thanks for the input on engine specs. I stand corrected, OHC in and SOHC out.

Anyone else with 96 or earlier with ticking problem or am I the lone ranger?

Also, Bandt 9299 do you have the recall number for the timing chain fix?

 

[yob_yeknom]

Just to clear things up a bit.

justwufn You have an Over Head Valve engine, not an Over Head Cam. (which would be the same as a Single Over Head Cam) We have one camshaft in the engine block, not one over each cylinder head. You might want to change your signature to reflect that.