Check the oil level, idler bearings, and fan on the alternater. If it is internal to the motor you might have a problem. If it is a ticking noise it may only be an exhaust leak. David Teitelbaum vin 10757 --- In dmcnews@xxxx, "graves_14" <tylergraves@xxxx> wrote: > I'm noticing a noise lately that sounds like a socket wrench spinning > (but a lot louder). That's the best way I can explain it. It seems to > be coming from the lower section of the engine, near the oil pan. > > I don't notice any abnormal readings on the dash, so all seems ok > now. Could this be the oil pump or something? Is this a normal noise > that for some reason I'm just picking up on now? > > Thanks! > Tyler #3472