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Why is my 2006 Hyundai Sonata making a ticking noise?

The last few times I’ve driven to and from work I’ve noticed a slight ticking noise in my vehicle. I don’t know where it’s coming from or how to fix it. Why is my 2006 Hyundai Sonata making a ticking noise?

Kara Vanderbeek · Updated on Mar 20, 2023

Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.

The most common reasons for a

Sonata ticking noise are:

Low oil level or pressure

Problems in the ignition system

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