Why does my 02 Mustang have a ticking sound from the engine on cold starts?

Why does my 02 Mustang have a ticking sound from the engine on cold starts?
When I start up my Mustang after it's been sitting, the engine makes a ticking or clicking sound that comes from the drivers side of the engine. It goes away after about a minute or two of ideling or sooner if I rev the engine. It's a 3.8 V6. Is this a potentaly serious problem or is it normal?


Answers:

Lover not a Fighter:  That is the sound of cold and dry engine (no oil) - and the valves rubbing dry. DON'T rev the engine while it is making that noise. It make the oil circulate faster - BUT also your engine is clashing harder while dry. === It is NOT a serious problem. Just don't drive till the sound goes away. Good Luck...
2008-07-06 13:37:00
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2008-07-06 13:43:55
Capri 3:  The lifters are ticking because the lack of oil at startup. Try Running a thinner weight oil. 5 w 30 is usually recommended. on these cars.
2008-07-06 16:37:30