the kind of video no one records but we all need . thanks man

My 2007 Tundra that I've owned since new sounds like that too. Always assumed it was the fuel injectors. After 14 years and 230K, no issues.

Thank you so much for this, Ive been so worried about the used tundra I just bought and now Im very relieved, I needed this, Well done Sir,

I have owned 4 of these body styles, all with 5.7, they all sounded like this on a cold start. Never had an issue with any of them. Currently own a 2012 platinum, sounds like a diesel every time, until it warms up.

Hello all 👋🏽 I’m a happy new owner of a 2008 Tundra 5.7 (new to me) with 113K miles on it and was extremely curious about this sound. Thank you very much for this as I’m now able to sleep better now. I took it to my local Toyota for an inspection and everything came back golden but still this sound had my worried. Thanks again and take care 👍🏽👍🏽

My 2008 tundra with the 5.7 has about 300k miles and sounds exactly the same. The 3UR has a lot of moving parts in the valve train (it’s a DOHC engine, timing chains, VVT, etc.) and the injectors sound like a sprinkler system. You’ll notice the bottom of the engine cover has sound deadening foam to reduce how much of that sound is audible inside the cab. For an engine from 2007, it’s pretty sophisticated. Still reliable as hell.

I notice this on my 2019 Tundra when I'm at a drive through next to the wall of the building and can really hear it. It has been great through!

The amount of relief I'm feeling is so nice. Long story made short, I got hit with only 1300 miles on it and it spent 2 years in the shop waiting on parts. I wasnt sure if I either forgot about that noise or it was a result of the accident. This video helped put my mind at ease.

Normal noise for Tundra no issues.

You said your truck has 200ks miles? If so, man it sounds like it's fresh from the factor. My 2017 Tundra CrewMax has roughly 50k and it sounds just the same. I'm addicted to Toyota vehicles including Lexus. These are extremely very reliable and easy to maintain vehicles when you properly care for them.

I have a LS460 with the 4.6L 1ur-FSE (same engine family as the tundra 5.7L), and it sounds exactly like that. My 5.7L in my Land Cruiser sounded exactly the same with 30k miles too. Completely normal.

I have a2020 tundra, it makes identical noises but that motor is a beast. Sounds like that from brand new, and mostly cold start situation. Best vehicle I've ever owned.

Exactly how mine has sounded for the last 190k. Literally sounds EXACTLY THE SAME That’s what the best damn V8 you can buy in a truck sounds like.

Thank you for the video. I had some work done a few years ago on the exust system. I heard an exust leak. They tried to tell me it was my lifters. I know the lifters on these are laud, but it was a new sound. Finally got it fixed, it was an exhaust leak. When I bought it, the engine was laud, I had my neighbor who was a mechanic to listen to it (he said that they are loud but will last). She is a 2007, and has about 110k miles on her. Hope he last a good bit longer.

I have an '07 5.7l V8 that has 281k miles on it. Has sounded exactly like this the whole time I've owned it. Never had an issue, nor does it lose any oil between oil changes. I don't like hearing the tick when it's cold but I've mostly come to terms with it as they call it the "Toyota tick"

Boy howdy am I glad you posted this. I came to a Toyota from a Ford and the noise of a healthy 3UR is strikingly similar to the noise of a 5.4L Triton ready to make a boat payment.

Awesome! I just bought a 2019 Tundra with the 5.7 and it got me worried in the morning at cold start I thought it was nocking and sounded like a cummins. This gives me peace of mind knowing it’s normal. Thanks bud

Awesome video, I just purchased a 2014 crewmax limited with 181000 miles.. makes the same noises as portrayed in your recordings.. I'm not so worried about the sounds it has now, thanks to your video...

I used to drive a LC80 diesel engine. I was a bit worried in my 2017 tundra about this diesel like sound. Thank you, this video was really a relief for me.

I have 500 miles on my 2021 Trd pro. Never owned a Toyota Tundra so didn’t know if it was normal. I hear a slight ticking but glad to hear that it’s normal. Thanks 🙏🏼

That is a beautiful engine. Love my 5.7.

Very helpful video, I noticed that noise when my truck was new in 2007, almost 13 years now and no problems, thanks for thae vid

My 2015 trd pro 5.7 has 90k miles and for about 30k miles the cold start noise would be a freaking chain rattle sound. Everyone told me it was the chain tensioners going out and its an expensive job so i just held out and dealt with the cold start noise. This last oil change i decided to experiment with liqui molly 5w/40 and lucas oil stabilizer and it actually worked! No more cold start noise!

Try 5/30 oil over the 0/20. You may find it runs quieter and smoother. 0/20 is to meet mileage requirements not for better protection.

More mileage typically produces a bit more noise since the connecting rod bearings, crankshaft bearings and other valve train components are worn. I’ve always used full synthetic engine oil like Royal Purple and Pennzoil Platinum full synthetic. My engine uses the canister type filter so I recommend the Wix XP series. Otherwise just used the cartridge type filter and fill that up with oil and allow the media to absorb the oil to avoid a dry start up. There are many preventative measures you can take to protect your drivetrain, don’t forget to service your transmission and go full synthetic and replace the filter (no flushes with the high mileage Tundra)

Thats the million mile Toyota 5.7L. That little rattling noise seems normal. After your new Tundra has 200,000 miles its going to be slightly more noisy. Drive on Toyota friend. 😀👍

People are saying the same thing about the Ford Coyote 5.0. These engines with such high pressure injectors, 32 valves, dual OHC’s there are a lot of moving parts to make a little noise.

Every Tundra with the 5.7 sounds the same.

Thank you so much! I have LITERALLY had my Tundra for 3 weeks now. I got it used, but it only had 24k on it. I was really concerned when I noticed mine making that typical “ Diesel Sound.” After watching your video though, I have a serious weight lifted off of my shoulders. Thanks again!

The unsung hero for everyone anxious about how their truck sounds

That's very helpful, I was very worried about mine, 15000 miles and yep, sounds the same. Thanks 2020 Tundra 5.7

OH MY LORD THANK YOU SO MUCH, my tundra been making that noise for a while and couldn’t figure out what it was. Glad it’s normal lmao

I just bought a 2020 Sequoia, 1500 miles, same motor, same sound. Thanks for the video, as I was a bit worried about it.

My 2007 toyota tundra 5.7 4×4 with 240 100 miles sound exactly the same. I was scared about that noise but now I know tundra engine make that sound

Bob nice video, I had the same experience with my Tundra trucks from the past. I have owned 3 Tundra's with the 5.7L I-force and they all sound the same to me as well. I have heard of some rare cases in the 2007 to 2009 models of timing chain slapping. The plastic timing chain guide break off and allows the chain to move more freely and causes it to sound a little rough. 🙁My 07 Limited had 148K, 14 Platinum had 86K, my 19 TRD PRO has 26K!!!

Honestly they sound normal to me ?

Let's have another listen at 500k ,awsome

The sounds is identical on both engines . I was worried on my also thanks a million for posting this video

Great vid and we tundra guys and gals needed this piece of mind. Thanks pal!

This is the best video on KZfaq. Great job.

I just bought a 2017 and it makes a slight ticking like lifter, thought it could be mechanical issue, but this vid and the comments helps me realize it is probably normal. It could be the oil the previous owner used.

Thanks for posting, my 2018 does that at 72000 ,people say it also sounds like a diesel.

this video helped, I've been a bit worried thinking my truck is too loud - but your engine sounds like mine

Great comparison video! Great to know. I have a 2012 sequoia with the same engine 140k km on it sounds the same or similar to both. The new one is a little quieter. I use toyota oil as well. Another person on youtube switched from mobil 1 to Toyota oil and noticed a difference and I have to agree it sounds quiter to me on the toyota oil. I know that they say mobil 1 does the toyota oil but I've read the additive package added by toyota makes a difference. Thanks again for the video. Definitely puts me further at ease.

I didnt know that 5.7 L V8 Diesel existed. Thx for posting.

Thanks. Just bought a 2014 with 105k. Same tick on the driver side. I hear to check the tensioners 🤷🏾‍♂️. Great video.

Loud pipes cover that right up. Lol

The new and old sound the same. Great vid. These are die hard trucks and motors.

08’ tundra here also. I bought it new and it’s always had that diesel sound. Especially on cold starts and cold days, then the noise dissipates once the engine is warm. I’ve also have heard the cause being related to the huge fuel injectors. Thanks for posting.

The new one was a bit warmer than the old one you could see the temp gauge on both.the old one was right under the c temp when started and the new one was a bit above the c temp when started so new one less noise but they both should sound the same. On cold and warm cycles.

Honestly I will check the time and chain tensioner just to make sure your timing chain is not losing and I would also check the secondary air pump to make sure it's getting enough air into the exhaust system.... It's not going to hurt anything to check your two timing chain tensioner... It's just my opinion have a blessed one in the mighty name of Jesus!

Awsome vid. Just got my 2019 platinum today. Runs great same sound.

Thanks for the video defiantly gives me peace of mind of my new tundra

I have a 2019 with 5k miles...sounds the same. Even when it warms up.

Take this ticking sound and multiply it by 50 is what was on my '19 Tucson with the 2.4L engine. It was embarrassing to go through a drive-thru. My current vehicle, an '18 Acura with the 3.5L V6 does make a similar ticking sound to your Tundra. I believe it's the combination of Port and Direct Injection sounds that is high pressured. Some manufacturers do a better job of insulating the sound and some just let it rip lol.

I to was concerned about the ticking noise I just bought a 2015 with only 50, 000miles and I heard the tickingnoise thinking it needed a valve adjustment or somethingafter I started it up home the next day and was worried but after listening to your video and gives me peace of mind now thanks

Sounds good man. That’s normal. I have the same sound on my Toyota.

It is the injectors actuating and the duel valves on the engine that makes it sound kind of like a diesel.

Ok, my 2007 Tundra has 270k the starter just went out........not bad.

With that much mileage, you should check your timing chain

My 2002 Toyota Sequoia with the 4.7l V8 sounds the same.

Have a 16 with 80k miles. Started making this noise at 25k. It's much quieter on a fresh oil change. Gonna try a little heavier oil next change.

I have the same noise on my 18 tundra bought it brand new. Just noticed it a month ago. My first thought was it sounded like a diesel. I guess it’s normal.

Mine is doing it and spoke to a mechanic at toyota of over 17yrs. He said be careful. It may be simple gunk built up causing the chain tensioners to stick. Or youre actually having the one of the many KNOWN issues whcih anything from 07 up had weak tensioners and they need to be fixed bc it a part fails and drops, you'll need a new motor. I called the dealer right now and they don't even have 2013 motors. You have to by the bottom end and then all parts up top. The total cost is $13k without taxes and labor which is easily another $3k. Both your engines sound very mild. Mine sounds like a diesel at cold start. Many say they have the same but perception may be different.

I have a 2010 with 104k on it and it ticks a bit on cold mornings but it runs like a dream and has never given me any issues

My 2011 Tundra SR5 sounds exactly like that, I also thought I sucked up. LOL

Sounds good. I have a 07, 5.7. Bullet proof.

thanks for the video and the comments below - it helps me to chill out about (my 5.7 diesel) lol

Mine sounds pretty much the same 07 with 229k in the winter it sounds like a diesel in the cab under the hood it’s much quieter, and yes Toyota oil makes it quieter. There’s a lot going on under those valve covers.

My 2015, that I've had for not quite a year. Had 273k, now 286k, takes quite a bit of warming, before it quiets down. The chains are indestructible. But I'm thinking the tensioner, and there's also plastic guides that wear out.

My 2007 Tundra with 452k sounds the same. Completely normal.

Mine me has 250,000. Yours sounds normal. I run reg oil 5/20. No synthetic ever. Sounds great

'08 278,000 rough miles, still ticking along 👍

Honestly with that mileage I wouldn't worry about the valve train noise. What you can do is use the Toyota oil with some Lucas oil stabilizer and it usually will help with the ticking.

Sounds normal for cold startup Mobil 1 0w 20 was noisier in mine I switched to 0w 20 rotella gas truck or Quaker State ultimate 0w20 Little bit quieter especially when really cold

They never told you that it can change to a diesel than back to a regular ...cool!

My 2018 had that ticking noise until I stopped running Mobile 1 oil and went with Pennzoil Platinum full synthetic

I have an 07 Toyota tundra with almost 300,000 on it kilometres and the dealership said that there's nothing to worry about it and after it warms up the ticking noise stop

Ive got a 2007 tundra 5.7 200000 miles and a 2019 4runner 40000 miles both noisy drive trains and engines.

Manifold has a crack plenty of comments online about same noise

This was so helpful! Thanks bud

I just bought a 2007 Tundra with a 5.7l, 150k miles 4x4. I changed the engine oil to Amsoil and it quieted almost all of that busy valve train noise. It almost sounds new. I actually changed all the drive train fluids to Amsoil. What a difference! Give it a try👍

I run premium and it’s a lot quieter if it bothers you,

Mine makes the "diesel" sounds more when it's cold and quiets down once it's warm. I had a mechanic tell me it was because the different metals used in the engine and how they expand at different rates, don't know if that's true or not. 258k miles on it.

All these people saying "my tundra has a tick". no kidding every used tundra I've came across having 20k or 200k has a slight cold startup tick it's normal !!!!! Switch to 5w30 like me and your tick will decrease slightly.

Thanks, I just bought an 07 Limited with 93k and noticed a bit of the 'diesel' sound and wondered if that was the norm. I did notice that when you were around the top (time 2:30 or so) it sounded like injector snap and around the bottom an exhaust valve closing snap (time 2:50 or so).

Got 6K on a 21 and sounds just like a diesel in the engine, sounds badas at the exhaust.

The Toyota Tundra 5.7 is a noisy engine but if you have a ticking sound when its cold and gets quieter when its warmed up its probably a small exhaust leak from one or both exhaust manifolds. Its a very common problem with tundras.

Sounds good to me flawless.

I can't hear anything your talking about... They sound the same to me... Now the 4.7 in my 05 it sounds like a diesel. This is due to the dual overhead cam design. I believe all Toyota engines have the same valve cup to cam lifterless design. It is what causes it.

225k vs 500 miles. All normal, I would not be alarmed at all. Keep on racking up miles on the old one

Thanks for sharing. My sound same 30000 miles

yep! sound about wright,have 2007 5.7 it is fine.

Yea tundras and especially the 5.7 have a lot of engine noises. But is totally normal. You’ll know when it’s not normal . Either chain tensioner slapping or a bad vvti gear. But that’s pretty rare.

sounds some nice great engine

I just bought a used 08 tundra with 177k miles. The first thing my brother said after i started it was "it kinda sounds like a diesel."

5.7 will quiet down with 91 or higher octane try a tank full you'll hear the difference. Also run a bottle of lucas fuel injector cleaner through a tank or two. Have a brand new 2021 1794 and it sounded like a diesel. I tried this and it sounds better runs smother nice and quite riding down the road. Its not a cheap fix for your wallet on fill ups but it works.

There's your noise, then there's a different noise that is more of the ticking diesel sound, which is louder and isn't normal. It seems that this louder ticking is often the left timing chain tensioner sticking, causing the timing chain to slap around. That issue should get addressed before too long.

Looks just like the video I created on my new 4Runner. Tacoma owners call this the Taco Tick.

Thanks boss man :)