Three problems related to engine clicking and tapping noises have been reported for the 1996 Ford Taurus. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Based on info read from other Ford Taurus sho owners, camshaft problem is occurring in a high number of these vehicles. The Ford dealership that did my cam replacement showed me the defective cam and the sprocket that was attached to it, that moved freely. It was not supposed to be a moveable part. Most complaint appear to be for the same type of camshaft engine failure. Problem is, I have begun hearing the same clicking noise again. There are 4 camshafts in this engine and only one was replaced for the $2200. 00 fee. If another one goes, I will have a vehicle with payments, that will be of little value without the sho engine, it was purchase for. Your help please.
Ticking noise from top of motor diagnosed as camshaft sprocket failure by Ford technician on my 1996 Ford Taurus sho, 3. 4l, 207 ci v8. Dealership reccommends replacement of the entire motor as parts may take up to 5 months to arrive. I've heard that this is now becomming a common problem on these cars with more reports of them being made known on the internet.
Consumer states while driving vehicle, there was a ticking noise, consumer continued to drive vehicle after a couple of days the engine cut off without warning.