What Causes the Ticking Sound in Sportage Engine?

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LaCamilla
07/29/25 3:22pm
The ticking sound in the Sportage engine is caused by aging or loosening of engine mounts, overly rich air-fuel mixture, or a malfunctioning high-pressure fuel pump. For engines with higher mileage, excessive clearance between the camshaft and hydraulic lifters can also produce such noise. The Sportage is equipped with two engine options: a 1.4-liter turbocharged engine and a 2.0-liter naturally aspirated engine. The 1.4-liter turbocharged engine delivers a maximum power of 140 horsepower and a peak torque of 242 Nm, with maximum power achieved at 6,000 rpm and peak torque at 3,200 rpm. The 2.0-liter naturally aspirated engine produces a maximum power of 160 horsepower and a peak torque of 193 Nm, reaching maximum power at 6,500 rpm and peak torque at 4,800 rpm.
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