☰
GET A QUOTE

Hey so my 1997 Silverado C1500 v6 4.3L has been making a ...


Hey so my 1997 Silverado C1500 v6 4.3L has been making a ticking sound the past week in the [engine](/topics-engine-chevy/). What could that be exactly cause when I accelerate it gets louder and quicker. Mechanic's Assistant:<...

Hey so my 1997 Silverado C1500 v6 4.3L has been making a ticking sound the past week in the [engine](/topics-engine-chevy/). What could that be exactly cause when I accelerate it gets louder and quicker. Mechanic's Assistant: Where exactly do you think the noise is coming from? And how long has this been going on? About a week now. I had low to no oil and that’s when everything beginned. I put oil and all in it but it hasn’t gotten better. Mechanic's Assistant: What is the make/model of your '97 car? C1500 Silverado Mechanic's Assistant: Are you fixing your vehicle yourself? What have you tried so far? Nothing yet Mechanic's Assistant: Anything else you want the Mechanic to know before I connect you? I haven’t tried anything

Read More

Responses

Automotive Expert
**Bradley Jordan** **Nissan, Subaru, and Infiniti Master Technician** **ASE Master Tech All Makes** **Let me take a moment to review your request.** **_You may be prompted for a phone call, this is optional as the request is automatic._** Is the noise top or bottom side of the engine.

BottomCan be heard from everywhere but when under the truck it's heard mainly there louder
Automotive Expert
that sounds like bearing damage from being low on oil.

My dad was speaking with me and thinks it could be from a bad valveExactly how is it bearing damageI didn't know a engine had bearings
Automotive Expert
A bad valve would cause it to miss and the noise would be more top side. there are bearings on the crankshaft that can be damaged if oil starved. The only sure way to know is to tear the motor down. I would suggest going by your local garage and let them listen to it. an experienced mechanic has a good idea what it is with the pitch of the sound.
Automotive Expert
**If you need more help, just follow up with your question and I can give you more information.** **it was my pleasure to help you today, exceptional service is my goal and I hope I provided** **Exceptional service for you today. Good luck with your repairs and have a wonderful day**

Thank you very much you really helped with the identification of it
Automotive Expert
your welcome

Hey if you're available need to ask a question
Automotive Expert
What do need. I am in Dallas anot home but I will try to answer your question.

Okay so the issue begin when I had low oil right. So I'm wondering if maybe doing a correct oil change will help anything because all I did was add oil on top when I went empty on it. So maybe a new [oil filter](/topics-oil-filter-chevy/) and a fresh drain would possibly help anything? And if maybe when I do it or do it now if adding rislone engine treatment would help
Automotive Expert
You can try but I cannot promise anything. It can not hurt it.

Okay thank you
Automotive Expert
Your welcome good luck.

Still not sure what you need?

Have a certified mobile mechanic diagnose what's wrong with your car, at your home or office.

Get a Diagnostic

Top Questions

Trending Topics

What others are asking

How do you start the engine?
There’s more to starting your engine than just sliding into the driver seat and turning the key. While it’s not super complicated, there are a few steps that you should know. Here they are: Check that the parking brake is...
Read more
Car idles high and then low, and then becomes a 30 second cycle.
Hello. A few things I would check are the throttle body (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/symptoms-of-a-bad-or-failing-throttle-body), the idle air control valve (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/symptoms-of-a-bad-or-failing-idle-control-valve), and the vacuum hoses. A dirty throttle body or idle air control valve can cause the idle to fluctuate. I would also...
Read more
Belt noises pulley wobbles
Hey there, thanks for writing in about your 2005 Pontiac GTO. Worn idler pulleys (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/idler-pulley-replacement) or accessory components along the belt drive system may make noise as a sign the bearings are failing (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/wheel-bearings-replacement). As far as the brands, stick...
Read more
ESP defective and engine turns off.
Hi there. Trying to diagnose mechanical issues in extreme cold weather you appear to be enduring is nearly impossible without being there to physically check a few common parts. The ESP stability control applies the brakes to the right rear...
Read more
I have a Broken fuel door latch and it doesn't look good 
To repair the fuel door latch, open the trunk up and remove the side covering panel where the fuel door would be located at. There you will see the the fuel door latch with a harness on it. Remove the...
Read more
Why won't my 2012 Buick Verano start
Hello. This can be caused by a number of things. I usually check to make sure that the security system is not engaged keeping the vehicle from starting. If the security system is fine then I scan the computer for...
Read more
Neutral Safety Switch
It sounds like you may possibly have a bad neutral safety switch. Your vehicle has a neutral safety switch (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/neutral-safety-switch-replacement) that will prevent the vehicle from starting when it is in any gear position other than park or neutral. Occasionally,...
Read more
I have a 2003 Grand Marquis and I have jerking and hesitation around 30 to 40 miles per hour
The first thing I would check for is vacuum leaks. Any air that gets into the engine without being measured by the Mass Air Flow meter can lean out the mixture and cause drivability problems. Check all the hoses and...
Read more
Can I swap a 2006 nissan frontier 4cyl xe model engine with a 1993 nissan pathfinder 6cyl. Thanks
Hi Jesus. Thanks for contacting us today. Unfortunately, a four cylinder to six cylinder conversion is not possible without significant fabrication work being completed. You might want to look for the OEM four-cylinder engine as a replacement or purchase a...
Read more

Browse other content

Services
Cities
Cars
Maintenance