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1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette: engine knocking or ticking

6 of the 149 complaints about the 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette describe engine knocking or ticking.

owner complaints
6
of this car's complaints
4%
typical repair cost reported
$900
recalls
0
Is there a fix? 6 service bulletins cover this area of the car. See below

Engine knocking or ticking by model year

  • 2003
    1
  • 2001
    1
  • 2000
    2
  • 1999
    6
  • 1992
    1

What owners say

Filed Apr 28, 2004 · Engine · IN

I own a 1999 oldsmobile silhouette with about 55,000 miles. I took the van to a local mechanic because of a knocking noise on cold startup and continual overheating. The mechanic diagnosed the problem as a failed intake manifold gasket. The total bill about $600. The van had regular maintenance. This seems to be a common problem with gm vehicles with the 3.4l engines.

Filed Jan 15, 2004 · Engine · 51,000 miles · WA

Car went to dealer to diagnose a knocking sound on cold startup. Diagnosed as a failed intake manifold gasket, cost to repair approx $900.00. On disassembly, dealer contacted me and stated that the engine internals were so badly fouled (sludge and deposits) that hydraulic lifters needed replacement, cost approx $450.00. I asked how this could have happened, van has always had engine oil changed at 3000 mile intervals, with new filter and correct oil, and I don't know what to do differently to avoid this happening again. No advice offered, and no suggestions for why the gasket had failed.

Filed Jan 15, 2004 · Engine · 64,000 miles · IN

I own a 1999 oldsmobile silhouette with 64,000 miles. I took the van to a local dealer because of a knocking noise on cold startup. The dealer diagnosed the problem as a failed intake manifold gasket. The failed gasket ruined the hydraulic lifters and had to be replaced. The total bill was $1500. The van had regular maintenance (oil, filters, anitfreeze checked) every 3000 miles. This seems to be a common problem with gm vehicles and dexcool systems. This could have been a major safety issue had the engine failed while driving.

Filed Feb 26, 2003 · Engine · 62,000 miles · IN

I own a 1999 oldsmobile silhouette with 62,000 miles. I took the van to a local dealer because of a knocking noise on cold startup. The dealer diagnosed the problem as a failed intake manifold gasket. The failed gasket ruined the hydraulic lifters and had to be replaced. The total bill was $1500. The van had regular maintenance (oil, filters, anitfreeze checked) every 3000 miles. This seems to be a common problem with gm vehicles and dexcool systems. This could have been a major safety issue had the engine failed while driving.

Filed Feb 11, 2003 · Engine · 51,000 miles · WA

I own a 1999 oldsmobile silhouette with 52,000 miles. I brought it to the local dealer because of a knocking noise on cold startup. Diagnosed as a failed intake manifold gasket, cost to repair approx $900.00. On disassembly, dealer contacted me with information that the engine internals were so badly fouled (sludge and deposits) that the hydraulic lifters required replacement. I asked what could have caused this situation, since the van has always gotten regular oil changes every 3000 miles, with new filter and correct oil, and I don't know what to do differently to avoid this same problem again. No information or advice was offered on why the gasket failed, or why the engine was so badly fouled.

Filed Sep 28, 1999 · Transmission · NY

Automatic transmission malfunctions, causing a knocking noise everytime the occupant changes gears and may cause loss of vehicle control. Please provide further information.

Questions about the 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette knocking

Is engine knocking or ticking a common problem on the 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette?

6 of 149 owner complaints about the 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette (4%) mention engine knocking or ticking. The model year with the most reports is 1999.

How much does it cost to fix engine knocking or ticking on the 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette?

Owners who mentioned a price put the repair at about $900 (median of 5 complaints that include a dollar amount). Costs vary with mileage, warranty and where the work is done.

Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette?

There are 0 recalls and 6 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.

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