2001 exhaust leak/ticking noise

[Redline442]

My daughter has a 2001 Xterra, developed a ticking/clicking noise. Increases with acceleration. Exhaust leak maybe. Only on driver side. Easy fix? Ideas? Thanks for any and all suggestions!!

[OffroadX]

Passenger side manifold is prone to cracking, but the driver's isn't unheard of. Does it get quieter as the engine warms up?

[Redline442]

Nope, clicks and ticks all the time the engine is running...While the accelerator is pressed, not while idling.

[bluztraveler]

I have an 2001 SE and I had to replace both. Not at the same time ,but both none the less.

Perry