Toyota Corolla Exhaust Blow — Manifold Gasket
A ticking sound from the top of Corolla engine that gets faster with engine speed and is worse when cold indicates an exhaust manifold gasket blow. The ticking is exhaust gas escaping before the catalyst. Manifold gasket replacement costs £150-300.
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