Glossary / Engine

lifter

11 Episode Mentions

Too Afraid to Ask

A lifter is a small part inside an engine that helps open and close the valves. If it makes noise, it might be worn out or not getting enough oil, which can cause problems with the engine.

Technical Definition

A lifter, also known as a tappet or rocker arm follower, is a component in an internal combustion engine that transfers motion from the camshaft to the valve mechanism. When lifters become noisy or fail, it usually indicates wear or oil pressure issues that can affect engine performance.

Hear It Discussed

"Does that really save the engine from losing the lifters and having to be rebuilt?"
This Is America's Favorite Car Talk Show - Live Callers Getting Their Cars Fixed Under The Hood show 01:59

"Hopefully this is the only rally prep I have to do with that lifter doesn't tick If it does tick, I still might not fix it and might be yet one more rally with a collapsed lifter in that"
Is This the The Prius of Ferraris? Overcrest 18:44

"...it's in for is it developed a noisy lifter, we think. And that's, it's quite bad. Like when it's running that driver's side cylinder bank is, you know, you can really hear it."
Cars that just don't change price Car Torque with Matty J 13:20