I asked about this last year, the noise is still there but only at a cold start, I changed my TCT and the noise is still there. I figured maybe I could have a valve adjustment done? I was wondering if I should do it myself or if someone is available to help, thanks.

 

How long has it been since the valves were adjusted?

 

I've never adjusted them. I bought the car with 34K miles and its at 54K now.

 

It's definitely time for a valve adjustment, but it's more of a "TLC" item, which I would never trust to a mechanic that you don't know. I suggest getting a service manual, and learning to do it yourself. There's many DIY threads on it. Don't just get them "within spec". Adjust them "right".

 

Alright, thanks for the advice.

 

What kind of sound is it? Does it only do it when it's cold? Could be a starter grind, mine does it only during the winter.

 

Post up a video. If I recall, you don't need to have your valves adjusted until 90k or so.

 

The noise started after I put in 5.1 Quarts of oil into the car, I put it between high and low.. started the car up noise started so I stopped the car and check the oil and it was under low so I filled it up more and the noise has been there since, changed the TCT and it's still there.. Will post up video.