no ticking noise noted. it is just a recent issue. I did notice slight oil leakage around the oil cap and under by three oil pan, but this is nothing new either, maybe the slight trace of oil by the oil cap, but nothing else. I changed the oil filter in september, I use bosch premium brand. I also am running 20-50.....I usually run the heavier weight because my car is usually running at 80°C + the oil dip stick is not really snug, but it isn't overly loose either

__________________

1990 190E 3.0L