i've had the car for only 2 days so i can't say for sure when they started. possibly a while ago.

i was browsing another thread and found some interesting info. this gentleman had a very similar tapping noise, but check out his solution:

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Turns out the problem was related to a Tech Service Bulletin P-B-07,00/21F-1260. They replaced front engine mounts with an updated mount. It completely quieted the engine ticking noise.

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