Ticking Cylinder Head

Twisted

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May 14, 2002
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I have a 2002 GT and I am experiencing a loud ticking coming from the driverside head. I understand there is a TSB out there for this, but what is actually ticking? Is it a bad valve guide or something else. I am hesitant to let Ford tear my engine apart to replace the head. My last two repairs were done half a55 and I had to clean up/finish the job when I got the car home.

What is causing the ticking?
Will it continue to get worse over time?
What damage is it causing?
Who has had the TSB performed and did it work?

Thanks,
 
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