lifter replacement 96 mpv 3.0, V6
 

I was informed today by a mechanic, after listening to the motor, that the tapping noise that has been getting worse is probably a lifter that has lost its "prime". I am not sure what that means but he states that the lifters will need to be replaced. Could anyone tell me how tough this job would be on this vehicle? I have some basic auto mechanical experience but have never worked in the heads.Thanks for any info!

RE: lifter replacement 96 mpv 3.0, V6
 

I've got a '92 MPV that has 356000 K on it. It has had a bit of "sticky lifter" trouble since I bought it at 174000K, but changing the oil at 4000K seems to have kept it under control. Lately the "tick" tick" seems to be getting a little worse, but I put in a can of Wynn's Lifter Quieter (not exact name), and it seems to have helped alot. Once the van is warmed up I can't hear it at all. I was talking to the Mazda dealer and it sounded like a fairly costly repair. I'd like to hear from other folks on this fairly chronic problem with the high mileage MPVs Hopefully I'll see 400 thous K. Ken

RE: lifter replacement 96 mpv 3.0, V6
 

See my response to https://www.mazdaforum.com/m_48704/tm.htm
If their getting louder you should have them replaced. It was a common problem. Yes it is expensive. Im replacing my own and the parts alone are expensive. I would hate to have to pay shop rates to have someone else do it on top price of the parts...