159 1.9 JTDm heavy ticking/knocking noise

[cazmada]

Hi everyone, hope someone out there can shed some light on this,

My 159, 1.9 Jtdm has developed a heavy ticking noise/knocking sound , you can hear it inside the car, and sounds like s**t on the outside, The ticking is linked to engine speed.. seems to be loudest between 1000 - 2500rpm.
The sound developed slowly and is getting stronger over time, Could it be the injectors? or tappets/hydraulic lifter??? it is blowing a bit more smoke than usual.
its driving fine just the noise is pissing me off  ,  it is due for a service at alfa men. I have had DPF remove, EGR blocked, ECU remapped, belts and chains replaced.
would just like to know what you guys think it could be.

Any ideas most welcome!!

[bazzbazz]

I'd get the service date brought up to as soon as possible!

Baz

[cazmada]

Hey Baz, Thanks for your reply

Hopefully I can get it to Alfa men next week, I like to get it serviced every 10,000 kilometres, im just a bit short on funds at the moment.
just wanted an idea on what it might be?

Adz.

[bazzbazz]

Yeah, I understand all too well the problems of being "Financially Challenged", but unfortunately your query is akin to asking "How big is a ball of string", or "How big will my Alfa repair bill be", hence my previous advice.   

Baz