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What’s Causing Ticking Noises After Turning Off the Engine?

What’s Causing Ticking Noises After Turning Off the Engine?

It’s never a great feeling when your car makes an unexpected noise—especially after you’ve turned it off. If you’re hearing a ticking sound coming from the engine bay, you might be wondering if it’s just part of normal operation or a warning sign of something more serious. While some ticking sounds are harmless, others can point to issues that require attention. Here’s what could be causing that ticking noise and when you should get it checked out. Normal Cooling Process or a Possible Problem Engines operate at high temperatures, and when you shut off your vehicle, metal components begin to contract as they cool down. This natural process can create a faint ticking or clicking sound, especially in exhaust components and the engine block. If the noise disappears after a few minutes and isn’t accompanied by other issues, there’s no caus ... read more

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