Hello all, Thank you for having me in this forum. I have a 2009 camry, v4, 2.4, automatic, and it is making some wierd ticking sound since more than one year, I have took it to a lot of mechanics but so far they did not figure the problem. - Tick coming from front left side- Not constant- Happens more when I start the car and on low speeds- Somwtimes low sometimes high sound - So I start the car, tick, then after a few minutes another one, and so on- Seems the sound happens more when changing shifts between gear, R to D , and within D (automatically) - sometimes it is more sometimes it is less- i have recently changed the shock absorber mounts left and right based on the mechanic analysis but the sound is still there The help and advise is apprecaited.

 

Noise when driving or stationary,driving over bumps and potholes or?

 

when driving and stationary. One of the mechanics checked and it was obvious, he advised to check the shock absorber mount and I did but the problem is still there. Not over bumps and potholes

 

Shock mount can make noise but typically when driving and over bumps.

Get a section of hose to use a stethoscope and try to run down the noise area.

Sometimes the exhaust system can rattle against the chassis.

Never know. Had one car make a LOUD rattle noise on/off that was illusive! Turned out the windshield washer reservoir cap was rattling and needed to be pushed down.

 

Hello and welcome! The ticking sound in your 2009 Camry might be related to various issues. Given the variability in intensity and timing, it could be related to the transmission or drivetrain components. Considering recent shock absorber mount replacements didn't resolve it, investigate the CV joints, drive shaft, or transmission mounts. Also, check for loose heat shields. If the noise correlates with gear shifts, transmission-related components should be inspected. Consulting a transmission specialist or seeking a second opinion from another mechanic might provide more insights. Regular maintenance and a systematic diagnosis should help pinpoint and address the issue.