New development! First, the ticking . . .
Your probably having the same problem I am. I tested for spark at the coil, wires and plug. Not a problem (amount and timing I'm unsure about, but it seemed legit. I poked myself three times doing this - felt healthy ) . . . now for the news
99 legacy GT 2.5 5 speed. Reversed twice in the past three days (second time was this morning) and thought I'd hit something but there was nothing behind my car = something in my drivetrain is binding up. Results in horrific whining from transaxle and rear diff (hard to distinguish?) in forward gears that's speed dependent (not rpm!). I feel like I have hours to decide what to do or completely waste my transmission. Does anyone know a good trans shop in SE Michigan? There's only one dealership I haven't yet gone to and I'm seriously reluctant. I feel like they're accustomed to 'burbanites and could give a rip about my car. Also, I may be willing to fix this myself, but my time is limited and the cost of renting a car or buying a beater in the interim would add up my costs quickly. Help! I'd like a diagnosis that's not gonna cost a week and $400.