Two problems related to engine clicking and tapping noises have been reported for the 2002 Ford F-350. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
The contact owns a 2002 Ford F-350 sd. While driving 5 mph, the contact heard a loud popping noise. There were no warning indicators present. The vehicle was pulled over and later driven to the dealer. The dealer stated that the spark plug became detached and the cylinder head for the passenger side needed to be replaced. The repairs were not made. The VIN was unknown. The current and failure mileages were 56,000.
While driving heard a loud popping noise and truck began running rough and lost some power. Pulled to side of highway, opened hood and saw that I lost #9 spark plug. Was offered through Ford to either replace the head for $3400. 00 or replace entire motor for $6200. 00. No other options. Ford does not recommended heli-coil. When asked the dealer and Ford representative what can be done to help offset this cost, they replied "nothing".