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    Attack of the tak taks

    Rover Rover Advice Rover 75 Rover 75 Advice Rover 75 2003
    MY 2003 Rover 75 has developed an engine noise after 58,000km. Initially it was a light ``tak, tak, tak'' which I thought might be the exhaust manifold. But various mechanics think it is a hydraulic failure caused by oil blockage, low oil pressure, stuck tappet or a flap or something similar in the exhaust manifold that isn't working properly. Any ideas?
    Answered by CarsGuide
    8 June 2006
    Carsguide.com.au

    YOU can quickly determine if the problem is due to low oil pressure by having the oil pressure measured. A mechanic should also be able to tell if the noise is coming from within the engine and, if so, whether it's coming from the top of the engine or the bottom. If it's a light tapping, it's more likely to be coming from the top of the engine, possibly a tappet. A cracked manifold should be easily found on inspection; same with a valve or something in the exhaust system. If it is in the engine, the only way to determine the cause is to tear it down. Rover has gone from the market, but I would seek out one of the old dealers.

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