Thump sound from front of car. Discussion Starter · #1 · Aug 29, 2014. Fiat owners may have noticed an occasional noise or clunk while turning the steering wheel. #18 · Nov 17, 2014. If you didn't know better from inspecting the front suspension you would feel the truck was likely unsafe. It's not major, just kind of an annoying kind of rhythmic thumping. just means your pads arent frozen to the bracket yet. Body mounts can come loose over time or the bushing can deteriorate and break off. I can't figure it out. Likewise the left. I have checked for loose objects and spare tire. D. Rinse and repeat. Had those since May and there was no noise up until my last track day. Check your lower control arm bushings and bolts. poppopdee said: While driving I get a really loud clicking or thumping noise under my car. Broke my torx-40 but was able to get it off using a vice grip on the other side to hold the bolt while I removed the nut with the air ratchet. Loosen but do not remove the 3 nuts from the top of the strut. While driving I can feel a thumping from the left front. - Primarily comes from the front passenger side when unloaded (having a heavier passenger makes the sound quieter) - The sound exists at all speeds (up to 55mph, anyways, above that road noise from my winter tires drowns it out) - The sound occurs on small ripples in the road and small-medium bumps. - When driving in a straight line, I hear a thumping sound that increases This time, the clunky thumping is coming from a loose tie rod. When the car was running with the front end lifted, the sound came back. Make sure the nut and bolt to the lower control arm is really tighten . But just like what Pope said, without being able to hear it, we could only assume. I just started to notice this on my 2006 WRX. #4 · Sep 26, 2016. It has gone from loud “clunk” over large pot holes, to isolated driver front clunk while turning left and hitting a bump/pothole. The wear is even and the air pressure checked on a regular basis. 1,400 Posts. The shrink and harden in the winter so they make this loud clunking noise. I have previously had both front suspension struts, bump stops and front sub-frame replaced under warranty a couple of years ago, but my Civic is now almost 3. What may cause this? Have 87,000 miles. 5-2 inches or more in height, I get a clunk from the front suspension. The sway bar The best way to reproduce is to reverse with full lock, keep reversing slowly and straighten the wheel, then dab the brake slightly. 2017 trd off road. 5 years old. Bumps in the road are now satisfying little thuds, not scary clunks. Yeah, those litttle people can be loud. 2021 F-250 Tremor PSD Carbonized Gray. It feels like the caliper is loose and you get a slight shudder. If the noise only happens while driving, you can try to pinpoint the sound using a type of electronic stethoscope, often referred to as chassis ears. 3. #1. So far I have replaced both front struts with KYB-GR2 along with the mount/bushing. mattt0305 Registered 2007 6 speed manual tarnished platinum It doesn't happen every time, but very often; especially under hard (ish) acceleration off the line. com/gmc/aca. I don't think its a ball joint. It's happened maybe 4-5 Thumping sound from front end. I appear to have this to. Hi everyone, i am experiencing a weird clunking noise in the front end of my car. thump, thump, thump. After a week of driving, this weird thump feeling and noise began to appear. GMC Customer Care. Unscrew the nuts almost all the way but leave 4 or 5 threads engaged. A backing plate is attached to the back of each brake. I did find out about a product update on Front Damper Coil Connection Corrosion. It then starts back up as soon as speed levels out. im not sure. I think (unsure) the noise becomes more audible when the road is uneven/inclined. Clunking noises that happen when you drive your car over bumps could be from the following: Worn or damaged struts Precisely, from dead stop release the brake and let the car moves (no gas pedal) and reapply brake. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by . Takes 1 minute to check and only costs a couple dollars to secure loose ones with hose clamps. Solution: 1- Don't buy a rotor which is . The track itself is pretty smooth, only a few small bumps. I have a service appointment setup on 2/16. Also broke a lug nut stud so a trip back to the parts store to pick that up. #7 · May 10, 2013. At first it was only during emergency braking, but now it was happening with every application of the brake pedal. Without going into too much detail When slowing to a stop the front end wobbles side to side. I think I have isolated it to the rear driver side wheel well. The rpm of the engine has nothing to do with the sound. Usually, a clunking sound intensifies or more frequently as time goes on. Recently I have noticed (usually in the mornings when I head to work), that over small bumps there is a small "thumping" noise coming from the front of the car. The guy in this video clearly explains how a thumping sound could be coming from uneven tire wear. This causes the rotor to wobble side to side and back and forth against the caliper. Recently I have noticed a thumping noise from the front end at around 50mph. Dash creaking and crackling soundsusually when driving over bumps – You may be able to stop the sounds by pressing on the top of the dash. Wheel Bearing - No inspection is required, proceed to the test section : Jack up the car, grab the wheel at the 12 o'clock and 6 o'clock positions. If the condition is eliminated after filling the fuel tank, the noise is isolated to the fuel movement in the tank. Started hearing this soft thump, thump, thumping sound when I stop hard. It only happens when I am turning, the car doesn't make the noise when I am driving straight at all. Thump noises are often caused by tire problems too, so check all the tires for signs of What could cause a thumping noise from the front end when turning at low speed? sounds like wheel bearings-1st but hopefully your front disc need turning, or replaced. He examined the struts and suspension and couldn't find anything. Don't let the Dealer brush off your complaint. 175 Posts. Once it goes over 50mph or so, the noise goes away. Mind you mine was a V6 with the electric power steering. Pretty sure its the AWD coupler that . It's the same sound it was making before I had to get the new trans. Joined Mar 5, 2009. The driver's side ball joint boot is torn. It increases in speed and intensity with sp read more There is no pulsation or noticeable jerk on the pedal (rules out rotor wrapping). Gm put out a service bulletin recommending that dealerships and service technicians add a washer to top . Was it just the lug nuts loosening that was making the noise or what was making that thumping noise? Maybe wheel bearing, a suspension part? If it is a single thump, it can be one of the following. It is very well known to them that many Acadias have experienced these problems. The noise happens when I accelerate normally from a stop and when I make a turn. speeds after 45 if you press the gas all is well but when you let off the gas and the car's speed drops you hear this thumping sound. Being able to create a specific noise in the shop should make pinpointing the source easier and more reliable. Front, probaby left. Align flat edge of the bushing flange to the mark in the control arm. I was told there is a new revision steering rack that may help but the service center hasn't replaced that yet. Other shifting for gears sounds normal. the dealer has tried tons of things to fix it, none successful. The sound increases with the speed of the wheels. I've noticed over the last few days that my car is starting to make a slight clunk noise that sounds like it's coming from the front right suspension. I've tightened every nut up I could find under there. Ok, so as the title says, I have this thump/clunk sound (and I haven’t met a mechanic yet who apparently knows what I mean when I say this) right before the car Outer CV joints connect the drive shafts to the wheels. All traces of knocking and whining from the power steering pump, as well as an intermittent squeak from steering wheel are now gone and steering feels crisp and more responsive. When the car is cold, shifting in reverse cause a clunk sound (sometimes a couple clunks in rapid succession) that seems to come from back/middle of car although it was not always easy to tell where it came from. Can you get a recording of it? Also, I would suggest lifting the tire that it sounds like it is coming from and just spin the wheel by hand to see if you can hear it. There are two different sounds you should note. Purchased a used 2012 Citadel AWD with 5. EXPERT This sounds like a rotation noise which would be a bearing, wheel, or tire issue. Inspected the transmission and differential mounts and they look good. If your car makes a thump sound when driving slow, it’s likely because of a warped rotor. Have someone push the start button while you listen for the thumping sound. If you do, then it could be the mounts. 2 - its a cv joint at the hub. Cold temps and low speeds make it worse. If you have bad coupling, your car makes a commotion each time you make tight turns. The drivers side - I was pulling out of a parking lot, making a right turn, and coming down off an incline to a level road when it happened. When I'm driving on my sand road, I get a continual thump, thump, thump, sound from the front of the car. Real steady noise, thump thump thump etc, and lasts for 30 or so seconds then stops. I started to hear a thumping out of the rear of my 2012 Mustang GT about a month ago and it's been getting worse. Its a light thud/pop sound whenever either front wheel hits a small bump/crack or uneven road. 41. Frequently, the suspension system is at fault when you hear a clunk sound. The fast I got the louder the sound. When it gets cold out the poping creeking sounds comes from the passenger front of the car. It will make thump thump sound (as described above). I have to say after rebuilding them myself with good materials a little over a year ago, they stop very well. I think (unsure) that the sound originates from the front left area. A far more obvious cause of a car thump is if your struts or shocks are no longer in good condition. Then insert bushing into the control arm. A vehicle that makes a thumping noise while going over a bump may reveal an issue mainly in the suspension system or it can be in the brake system. It does not happen when I take my foot off the gas or apply the break. Through August, my vehicle spent a total of twelve days at the dealership trying to resolve the source of two noises. You'll need to hold it steady with an allen key and use an open wrench. make sure they . it's a metal to metal type noise. The sound you're hearing is most likely a result of having worn-out CV joints on your forward drive shafts (if your car is not four wheel drive or front wheel drive, your problem will be elsewhere), and the sound will be a low rumble, like what you hear in the video below: Weird noise while turning left. 3 seconds with 1 thump per second, than another three seconds with No thumps at all. when i saw that tsb, i was very excited. 51 Posts. As I was coming back to work from lunch I started hearing this thumping noise coming from the front. Current Ride #2. Engine makes tapping/knocking noise all the time, won't rev . The rhythmic thumping is apparent at low speeds and increases with speed. If you drive over bumps and hear a clunking sound, there is a good possibility that something important is wrong with your car. A similar noise can come from worn bearings in your transmission or even a low transmission fluid level. One more thing, i just added a second battery in my trunk, and its hookep up to the front batt with a 1/0 run and . #13 · Sep 7, 2008. If we're going with the typical clunking sound when going in reverse, it could be your transmission mounts. The sound seems to come from the right rear of the car. Remove ball joint pinch bolt and pry lower control arm down to disengage ball joint. Jacked up the front end, grabbed and tugged at the wheels, no movement. If you drive a front wheel drive car, and you hear a clicking type noise when you turn your wheels sharply, you are hearing Clunking sound in the front end of the vehicle means a component is hitting something hard on an object. Driving around today, heard and felt a nice "clunk" in the drivers and then passengers side suspension areas. Guys my 1992 NSX is have a weird issue, its never done this before, when I press the gas everything is normal, thru 0. Hello everyone, I've been getting a clunk/thump from the right front of my car for quite sometime now. It's just reverse. On turns the car dips from the right side. To me it sounds like its coming more from the rear, but it usually happens when I'm at a complete stop at a junction ready to turn right/left and pull away at full or close to full lock. Clunk, screech, thump: Here are 12 common car sounds and what they mean Altus Venables / Virseker Share. Most vehicles have upwards of eight body mounts from the front to the rear of the vehicle. It's very intermittent. They tried 3 other vehicles and could reproduce it. I have today had 2 new drop links fitted to the car and I noticed that on the way home I still have this clunking noise. iT also makes a sound when I am turning. Like rough roads for example. 8 16v with about 218,000km (about 135500 miles) on the . One problem could be your “constant velocity joints” (or CV joints). Discussion Starter · #1 · Jun 30, 2010. This may be caused by the dash rubbing on the A-pillar. The problem persisted today. Registered. Since day 1 the front end has made a clunk sound kind of like a real old car, that, when you go over a rough road or potholes it sort of sounds like your usual "thud" but IMMEDIATELY followed by a "very small clunk". With the front end lifted and the engine off, there was no clunking when turning the steering wheel. Speed. My car is 90 Eclipse GST, I thought it might be a loose water guard because I just installed them only enough to where they would hold. KalebM · Registered. The clunk noise was the driver side control arm that extends forward from the spindle to the frame moving back and forth in the mount. Tech did a road test and heard the thumping noise but thought that it might be coming from the front as well. 2) Take great care using the spring compressor. Share your Subscriber Article. Does the car make any thumping noise when just idling and stationary? check the power steering reservoir, and the coolant overflow tank. A whining noise -- when I hear this I liken it to it sounding like a vacuum cleaner running some distance away -- can be the secondary air injection pump. General rubbing, grinding or rumbling sound when driving from one side of the car. Typical causes of thumping sounds are tire defects such as flat spots, internal (unviewable) tire belt separation, irregular wear, imbalance, and also Also, loose or worn suspension components can give you a thumping type noise. 2005 ELEMENT, WHEN DRIVING AT ANY SPEED THERE IS A THUMPING NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT END, THE FASTER i GO THE LOUDER MORE ENOUGH THE Sep 4, 2018. i could hear a noise coming from my front that was an off and on thump, thump, thump, thump, etc. There Humming sounds when turning at higher speeds usually indicate a wheel bearing is going bad and it hums during a turn because it is getting more or less load as the weight of your car shifts. 5 Posts. It seems worse when you have people in the back seat so maybe there is a little less weight on the front wheels, and then if you hit just the right kind of chuckhole or dip in the road, you will get a loud band like something fell to the bottom and banged. I replaced the sway bar end links last week, still a noise when going over bumps at lower speeds. Hit a bump with the right wheel. In such a case, rust is most likely the cause. What causes a thumping sound underneath the car most noticeable when slowing down or starting up slowly. My 2012 fit sport (55k miles) which has previously never had any form of parts failure . The car has about 60k on it and the pads and rotors have about 20k. One of the common causes includes failing ball joints, bad tie Thump sound from the rear of the car is caused by worn/faulty shocks or strut cartridges. I keep experiencing popping and clunking noises over bumps at low speeds from the front passenger area. Why is my front end popping? Older vehicles (mainly trucks) with ball joints in their front suspensions can generate popping sounds when turning or going over bumps. #4 · Apr 5, 2019. But I checked that and it was pretty stable. Diagnosing soft clunk/audible creaking sound from front end of 2012 Fit sport (GE-8) While trapped at work and unable to consult a mechanic, I figured I'd give the best and brightest internet mechanics a swing at diagnosing an issues I've recently noticed. 1. " Rx330 Clunk Sound - 99 - 03 Lexus RX300 - Lexus Owners Club of North America. Tuning in more, it is coming from the front. Was it just the lug nuts loosening that was making the noise or what was making that thumping noise? Maybe wheel bearing, a suspension part? First, if the sound happens while the vehicle is stationary, you can have an assistant turn the steering wheel back and forth while you look underneath the vehicle for the source of the noise. Tie rods have joints that can get loose as they wear out. I would appreciate any help or guidance towards troubleshooting this issue but please read the ENTIRE post before commenting. Two months ago the car was in a workshop for gearbox repairs, perhaps some So, I just had an oil change done by Valvoline. "Where on the car the sound is coming from can sometimes be deceiving as to what the actual problem is, but it is an important indicator of how soon you should consult a reputable workshop to check it out. A bad coupling is a reason for your car making the commotion at the time of a tight turn. Had the same car and the same noise came up. Brakes make a thumping sound, mainly in the front wheel. Bad wheel bearings are important to get fixed right away as they can cause uneven tire wear and unpredictable behavior from your car. When a warped brake rotor clicks against a brake caliper, you may hear a noise. If the car is equipped with one of these the pump is switched on at cold start and runs until O2 sensors/converters reach operating temperature. I'm in the same situation. I also here a clunking sound once I turn the wheels (The FACs . The suspension 3. Im thinking either end links in the front or tie rods. 2) No visual signs of anything wrong. Same clunking noise, sort of a dull clunk over bumps (big and small). A bad wheel bearing sound is usually a loud hum coming from that wheel sort of like loud road noise from bad tires. Two months ago the car was 4 Answers Rotate tires front to back and test drive if same thumping is felt then tires not the problem. Worn-Out Struts or Shocks . Discussion Starter · #1 · Jan 22, 2012. Discussion Starter · #1 · Jan 18, 2013. While the car is at high-speed, noises points towards a broken CV joint, differentials, or bearings. Lately whenever i go over 1 or 2 bumps in the road i can hear a loose rattle/thumping sound underneath the car. #2. If you are getting the thumping sound from the front end of your vehicle, then the problem is most likely due to loose or worn suspension system components. I even asked them to look at the Control Arms as TSB was released w. Other days its very loud and makes driving almost impossible. If the car is moving, it's thumping! I did take it back to the dealer. Joined Aug 15, 2002. 2. I noticed the same sound sometimes when the car takes off from stop as well. The caliper may also shift within its This is a much more urgent situation — one that requires immediate attention. Ended up taking to the dealer and they had to replace some bushings in the steering mechanism. Diagnosis on thumping noise from the front. Keep in mind that they have grown in intensity through the day today. I can just slowly craw across the yard and it sounds the the front struts are falling off. B BlueSpeed3 Registered Joined Feb 13, 2007 9 Posts Discussion Starter · #6 · Jan 27, 2010 The sound does occur in a turn as well, but only if the pavement is uneven. Note: The clunk noise may also be due to fuel movement in the fuel tank when not completely full. Drove about 50 miles, then all of a sudden out of nowhere, I hear and feel a thumping sound from the front end of my car. easy to tell if one is loose & vibrates. I don't really hear it Locate your sway bar link – Move down from your shock/strut – it connects to your sway bar. Try rotating the tires and see if the noise seems to come from a . When the plate is bent inward, it rubs against the rotor or caliper, causing a clicking sound. I have. com jdawg CarAudio. A finger-snapping, popping or clicking sound when you turn What it means: If you have a front-wheel-drive or all-wheel drive vehicle and hear this sound when you turn or corner (but the noise stops when you steer straight) one or both of the Drove for about half a mile until I heard “thump thump thump thump” violently. KSanders Registered Joined Feb 7, 2014 This just started up today on my way to work. Everything else is stock. I always like to get suggestions and hints . The driver said the noise was a loud single thump that could be heard from the left side tire area when the brakes were applied quickly at Highway speeds. Joined Oct 11, 2009. But just hate the Noise it makes on Turns. Discussion Starter · #1 · Feb 6, 2020. Was it just the lug nuts loosening that was making the noise or what was making that thumping noise? Maybe wheel bearing, a suspension part? I've noticed a thumping sound that increases or decreases with the speed of the car. Jump to Latest Follow 1 - 13 of 13 Posts. Theres no change other then how fast it happens according to speed. But it's not that old, and there's not a ton of miles on it. Ball joints seem fine, took the wheels off and the CV's seem fine, I mentioned checking the engine mounts/cradle and everything looked good there. It comes in at around 15 mph and gets faster as truck accelerates normally. Lexus Owners Club - Lexus Forums. re-tested the vehicle, noise is repaired. Ensure the thin slot in the bushing is facing outboard. #7 · May 8, 2003. This noise is more noticeable on acceleration because the engine is working harder, making the noise louder. Benjamin99 said: Well - Issue #2. The cycle is too fast to be the tire. The sound would happen whenever Accelerating even if im turning, going straight, or on bumps. Current Ride. 1 - its the pad sliding ever so slightly up and down in the bracket. But it’s CX-3 and not CX-30. Forums. It could be a metallic rubbing or squealing noise. There is ALOT of stored energy in the spring which if let go can be very dangerous. It would do it mostly when the car got warm. 2013 model with 1300 miles on it. The three nuts on the top of the strut and the middle nut. A cheap brake job Thump sound from the rear of the car is caused by worn/faulty shocks or strut cartridges. 36 Posts. Wheel bearings are what allow your tires to spin freely and smoothly while the vehicle is in motion. If the bolts are loose, the clunk will happen and will warp the bushing and you need to replace it. Brake pads shifting within the caliper caused by poor fitting or missing of the retaining clips (circular thingy behind each brake pad). Try this simple test: put the car in reverse, turn the AC on, and see if you would feel any excess or weird vibration. At times, the sound seemed to emanate from lower rear, so we replaced the shocks. Check for rust closer inside near the bushing. If not we need to inspect the tires for wear. Here’s how to check and correct brake clunk noise. Cibalo. If the sound comes out as clicking or crunching, look into the CV joints. wes. Thumping speed decreases when decelerating and continues until truck stops. big bumps kind of hard to tell Diagnosing soft clunk/audible creaking sound from front end of 2012 Fit sport (GE-8) While trapped at work and unable to consult a mechanic, I figured I'd give the best and brightest internet mechanics a swing at diagnosing an issues I've recently noticed. 1984 CJ-7. The dealer changed a bunch of parts on his car and added coil spring protector (whatever that is). No change. 7, vehicle has 61k miles on it. Will have the dealer check out driver side front axle, and other equipment when it is in for the next service. Automatic transmission. However, inspect the wheel bearings when the noise appears like humming. Lexus RX300 / RX330 / RX350 / 450h / F-Sport Club. " Generally a repetitive "thump thump" noise is indicative of a bad ground in my experience. I first noticed it a week ago. Obviously there is a problem with the design . 193. When driving, the tires will hit different parts of the road at different times, causing a thumping noise. but after that it doesnt do it anymore at all its really wierd it sounds like its coming from under the front of the car and i can feel it a lil it only last for like a split second 1,069 Posts. I can't get any KIA dealer to acknowledge the problem. 118 Posts. When I come to a complete stop at a stop . Could be a worn or loose CV joint, but be sure where it is coming from. Hope this helps. Share. It happens when going over speed bumps and bumps in the road, not necessarily pot holes though. He was right, and the noise was gone after replacement. Q: Does a bad wheel bearing make a knocking sound? First thing to do definitely is to check all of the heat shields. A as400jockey Registered When ever I'm driving there is a sound coming from my front tires,it sounds like I'm driving with flat tires. If you suspect this, put the rotor and all 5 lug nuts back on that side. re-torqued all the front sub frame bolts to the proper spec. What else could it be? as I thought 99. Check for loose steering gear bushings. It is front wheel drive obviously, auto tranny (3 speed). All about auto repair and car troubleshooting. In my previous Honda's there was a sound which the transmission or brake mechanism made (a fairly loud metallic clunk sound) if you shifted into D and drove off too quickly after reversing (in R) which you would if you were in a hurry or there was a car coming up behind. 5,043 Posts. Verify the customer's concern. rhythmic. I wondered if it was something to do with either the Haldex, TC or hold assist. Power steering pumps help make turning the wheel easier as you drive, but they can get rather noisy as they start to fail. He did not hear the noise, so he . 197 Posts. I have a 2004 Aztek Rally. Setting the parking brake and moving the car forward and in reverse with the drivetrain under stress can also induce suspension movement and noise. Worn or otherwise compromised drive belts are a common cause of noises when accelerating. A thumping sound coming from your car’s front wheels when you brake is likely due to warped brake rotors. It's so obvious when coming to a turn or a bend with or w/o me stepping on the brakes BUT if I do apply the brakes, the noise is much more. As of lately my car started to make thumping/knocking sounds whilst driving over speed bumps (at regular speed) I drive a 2001 renault laguna 1. Air. The clips dampen brake . You only hear it when going over speed bumps - on the release of the shock on the way down. Was it just the lug nuts loosening that was making the noise or what was making that thumping noise? Maybe wheel bearing, a suspension part? The 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix has 1 problems reported for thumping noise from front end. The sound manifests itself as a clunking, popping, or knocking noise emanating from the lower . Car is not that Old its a 2006 with about 36000 Miles on it. Excessive rust at the outer edge of the rotor can sometimes cause the rotor to contact the backing plate at the point where the rust is the greatest. 2011 SRX Luxury. Confirm the pop or click noise Drive the vehicle in a few figure-eight patterns. It reminds me of what bad sway bar links sounded . If that happens, it’s time to have them checked out. Over the past month or so, I've noticed a "clunk" coming from the front left of the car. Wheel gets pushed UP, away, 6 o'clock on the disc bends away from the offending plate. My 2002 325i started making a loud thumping sound coming from the front wheels last night while driving in heavy rain. What could be the cause? Click to expand. Any of these problems will make a clunk or knock noise over bumps or while turning, like a metal to metal sound. As the title says, knocking/thumping coming from the driveshaft in first gear only while WOT. I had my regular mechanic look at it, and while he admits he can hear it, he couldn't find anything when he put the car up on the hoist. Ive looked under the car myself plenty of times and everything looks to be fine. I only get it at low speeds, in forward or reverse, usually off pavement at a job site or lumber yard. Thumping noise around 40mph? Discussion in '2nd Gen. 238 Posts. Only a faint noise and has no apparent effect on the car •A knocking/clunking noise from the steering gear, front suspension or front frame area. Several problems could cause this thumping noise. Dealer told me a fluke, won't happen again, but it's happening again on right front. My 2010 impala also does this. Drive shaft isolator at the diff, wheel bearings, anything connected to the diff could be transferring the sound to it or around it. . Sounds like something metal is clunking against something else metal. Joined Feb 6, 2020 · 6 Posts . The suspension system comprises many moving parts, including the ball joint and the bushing. K. Followers 0. its very annoying. Any help and suggestions is welcomed. If you have the time, space and equipment you can check these by jacking up the bad side of the car and suporting it with jack stands. This will allow you to get very close to the original alignment. Check the Control Arm Bushings. 0 mph to 45 mph. t Intermittent Noise at low speed from front Any Ideas / Suggestions. The problem is that the noise is not easily and readily replicated unless you push the car a bit and go looking for it and to date no dealer has been able to resolve the issue. So heres how it started: I was coming home on about a 45 minute drive and i heard a single clunk noise when going over a bump slowly. I had a mechanic do a test drive with me, but it was all on paved streets. if it's the struts or the motor mounts again. However once again within several hundred km the knocking noise has come back so this morning I decided to reach under the car to see if I was able to tighten the lower sway bar link again. manifolds, cats & pipe. Any other suggestions? Car is apart so it's rather urgent. Estimate for that is about $40 with a front end alignment. #20 · Oct 15, 2007. Have a helper do a 'power brake' while you stand off to the side of the car with the hood up and parking brake applied. It happens every time I drive but at different times and at different spots on . When the wheel rebounded, it was bumping the plate. - Does not change with braking, or road surface and not impacted by bumps/potholes. I make a turn and it goes thump-thump-thump from the left front tire area until the turn is complete. com Veteran 5,000+ posts 10+ year member Jun 20, 2006 8,827 11 Feb 28, 2007 #8 I have heard old worn out cd players do this. I think it was $300-$400 job. i still have the noise. the clunk is like the noise the a/c compressor makes when. My friendly local neighbourhood BMW garage are very accomodating with my pains. I've read TSB 10-03-08-001A for the sway bar . 3L. As a result, breaks fall off in the front wheels sooner. Then you can give things a tug, a push and a pull to find if anything is not tight. A simple way to check this is to rock the right front of the car up and down by pressing your weight down on the hood near the wheel well. Next, lift up each wheel and give them a good wiggle and see if there's any movement. I have already been at the dealer once, and they checked all the sway bar links, and everything in the back for the known rear clunk. There also Mazda CX-30 TSB for rattling noises from the front suspension - bulletin No. Like I said, it only does it when going over a bump or pothole. A few weeks ago my car started making a clunking/knocking noise from the right side front wheel. This only happens shifting to Reverse, and it goes away when the car is warmed up. 34. The dealer had it in for two days (first didn't believe me/cannot reproduce and then went with me for a Drive where it was . Not familiar with what year that model is refs To verify if this is the problem that concerns you, take a dented, slow-speed road and pay attention to the noise coming from your front end as you pass over holes. Don't forget to use the hood release to unlock the latch before lowering the hood! Help GM-Volt members help you by providing your car's operating location in your profile page. If it's low, which I'm guessing it is, you need to fill it to the proper level, only adding about 1/2 qrt at a time. Cars can make a cacophony of sounds. In my experience, the clunk only happened when going over bumps at slower speeds. Home. In late model brake designs, car makers install stainless steel abutment clips between the backing plate ears and the abutment. If the bearings begin to seize up or they get dirty and Car Makes Thump Sound When Slowing Down: The reason behind the thumping sound when your car is braking, usually one that comes from the front wheels, may be a sign that your brake If you feel that the thumping noise of the car is coming from the front end of your vehicle, the suspension system of your car may be faulty. That rubber piece is what's making the "clunking" noise whenever you hit a bump going slow/fast. On a front wheel drive car any loose movement indicates failure. It did not happen when I was going into reverse while parking. Thumping goes away during hard acceleration. I'm getting a thumping noise when I start and again when I shut off the engine. 1) Having the tires rotated didn't change the sound at all. It doesn't always do this. This mechanic found it right away--rust gets between the rotor and hub and causes the wheel to wobble, like if you put a shim on on side. Discussion Starter · #1 · Sep 24, 2009. Then slowly jack up the suspension on the bad side until the swaybar is unloaded. The vehicle’s wheel or driveline will emit a clicking sound with each rise in vehicle velocity. It's easy, just pop the hood, they're the large nuts in the center opening of the shock towers. Strange the clunking sound has no association with bumps in the road, just at low speeds nearing a complete stop. ) The thumps are affected by speed, Main point: A rythmic thumping sound from the front end could be a bad wheel bearing. I have the same “dull thumping sound” on my ‘21 F-250 lariat Powerstroke. Slight clunk/thump from front right suspension. I raised the car and double check the control arms and nothing seems loose. I really like how the Car drives. #11 · Sep 20, 2010. tweaked9107. I've got a 68' that still has it's front drum brakes. But if I turn off my stereo before i turn on/off the car, theres no thump. It's coming from in front of the blower motor. Failure Date: 01/01/2020. i think it's the. i went to the dealer with the tsb, and they said that they performed what was on the tsb. A squeak may be a sign of danger of some kind, or it may just be a sign of cheap brake pads. Clunking, Creaking, Popping sounds right front Civic sedan I have the same noise, it is very very loud, it makes it while the car is in a downward state, weight shifted to the front . May 29, 2021. Cannot figure it out. 10-02-32-001A is viewable at http://workshop-manuals. I had already ordered the new control arm kit so I put them on and just . Came over from a Dodge Ram because I need some extra space. Hello all, new Dodge Durango owner here. I am guessing that the front noise may be the underbody shield thumping around, but it has been too cold to get under the car to check. adubya Registered Joined Jan 13, 2018 4 Posts #6 · Feb 2, 2018 bclithero said: 231 Posts. Joined Nov 24, 2009. I don't think it's anything in the engine because I Drove for about half a mile until I heard “thump thump thump thump” violently. A control arm bushing will have play when driving at higher speeds and can cause the steering wheel to shake. it also made the noise after letting the clutch go slowly therefore im moving and i put it in second and it made the noise when i put it in the gear. I also have a thump/clunck noise, groan at 15/20mph I got it check by several shops . If the thumping noise comes from the front brakes, this could indicate a problem with the rotors. 0. But you need to know the details to fix the issue. Joined Feb 5, 2009. (Custom Car Grills Mod), Access Tonneau Cover, Pop & Lock Tailgate Electronic Lock PL8521. Was it If you hear a regular thumping or vibration that varies with your speed as you’re driving down the road, the tires are usually the culprit. Aug 25, 2011. POSSIBLE CAUSE High ambient temperatures causes the grease to Hi, I have noticed over the last couple of weeks a knocking noise has developed from the front end of my Civic when travelling over uneven road surface at low speed 10mph-30mph. #2 · Jun 29, 2009. In this case, the unusual sound will If you hear a thumping sound coming from your car’s front wheels when they are braking, then it is likely due to warped brake rotors. What could be the cause for this? installed chassis ears, and re-road tested multiple times to identify cause of the noise as right front sub frame re-enforcement bolts mis-torqued from the factory. Please make no repair attempts, as this noise is considered an operating characteristic. Apr 27, 2007. This can happen when the car is sitting still and the driver turns the steering wheel left and right or when driving slowly and doing the same maneuver. Secure the front end with car ramps and listen to the part while an assistant bounces the suspension up and down. if i remember correctly there might be a TSB on it. just have the dealer type in creaking and it will search and find the bulletin. You don't want to have a wheel come flying off at speed if that's the case. I could not get him to take it out across a vacant lot. While some sounds are normal and many harmless, some need immediate attention, according to MIWA. When the car is dry, there's no noise and if you drive through several puddles, it happens so little you might not notice. The noise is driving me nuts. These are metal discs that are visible behind the car wheel. KGVD · Registered. Only front end mod was the STI steering rack, crossmember and Whiteline steering bushings. : 02-004/21. A brake clunk noise can be caused by loose caliper bolts, loose caliper bracket bolts, missing or worn abutment clips or a worn abutment. But I'm just trying to convey the essence of the sound here; it does not sound like a really old car. Cartechhome has many . Another common issue is sway bar end links not being tight enough, and that’ll definitely clunk over bumps. Sway bar links are my first thought. Vertical play in wheels. Usually a vibration or jolt will be felt in the cab along with the sound. suspension_clunk_or_knock_noise_when_turning/ K kentuckytraverse The problem presents as a pop or clunk noise that appears to come from the front suspension while driving over a bump or after turning. I can also feel more when ever I push the gas pedal. It's happened before on occasion, and I made sure to wait a few seconds after turning on the car to put it in reverse; this eliminated the thump noise. There's a rubbing sound coming from the front left wheel area. Just put on the UUC suspension set along with sways in the front and rear. Both have an upper mount On rough roads, the driver may feel a shimmy from the front of the vehicle or hear clunking or rattling noises when turning the wheel or braking hard, or a thumping sound when Participant. motor mount or something completely else. - Noticible thumping noise comming from the front drive-train (front tires, axle, differential, tranny, xfer case). 181 Posts. I thought maybe something in my tire ( nail, bolt ) checked . The bearings carry the load when a vehicle shifts its weight during a turn. Bad Wheel Bearings. If it not pinpointed, it could also be any number of things under the car. Srg63 Registered Joined Nov 13, 2018 1 Posts #13 · Nov 13, 2018 Discussion Starter · #1 · Mar 3, 2007. It's just one loud THUMP coming from the rear, like something hitting the undercarriage. It almost sounds as though something is shifting back and forth or giving way as the front of the car is put under load/stress. you seriously put a washer between the hub and axle on the inside. strut rod bushing are on the two rods that extend from the lower control arms to the front of the car and attach toward the middle under the radiator support on each side. Sounds like a control arm or maybe a bushing. r. It is very periodic and the speed is based on the rpm. Any insight from my fellow G6 owners? Recently, it has started making a thumping/clunking noise when I am turning to the right on the driver's side. A clunk is heard in the front suspension while driving over irregular surfaces and in hot weather. I'm not too happy about this since my car is only 18 months old and with only 7800 miles on it. Braking generates a lot of friction, and this causes the rotor surface to become uneven over time. If I stop at 10 stop signs I will probably only do it once. Clunking sound in the front end of the vehicle means a component is hitting something hard on an object. Later, I replaced the wheel stud as well as lug nuts, then bought a torque wrench, torqued it to 80 ft-lbs. Jump to Latest Follow 1 - 7 of 7 Posts. I have the same noise, sounds like a low clunk when I hit bumps or go over uneven road at low speeds. If these are the cups, consider changing them soon as this may affect other components and require more pricey repairs. If you hit a bump in the road, one side of a sway bar link will move upward, and you’ll hear a clunking noise from the ball and First "hard" drive was at Tail of the Dragon. By mcfancy, November 26, 2005 in 99 - 03 Lexus RX300. Just had two new tires put on my car and 2 almost brand new put up front. Had the center support and guibo/flex disk changed and it's still doing the sound. - Noise increases (loudness and frequency) with speed, becomes noticable at 30 mph at about 4 to 5 times per second, roughly tire rotation speed. It increases/decreases with wheel speed, whether transmission is engaged or not and whether brakes are engaged or not. e. 2009 Saturn Aura XE (wifes car) 2011 F-150 . Next check out ball joints/ tie rods Dont believe it is the rotors unless thumping Here are the specific symptoms. Sometimes it is felt in the pedal along with a thrust. May 6, 2016 by Accurate Automotive Attention. I've got this weird clunking noise from the left front end of my suspension. On driving the car after this it had gone back to as it was when I first picked it up from the Dealer as a new car - no noises and a pleasure to drive. Recently had my cheap aftermarket ones start clunking after only a couple weeks of use. First rule out noise from the tires by rotating them to see if the noise moves or inspect If you hear thumping in front end and popping when turning, there may be a problem with the sway bar bushing. Clicking or crunching Humming like noise A crunching noise shows that the problem is in the CV joints. I got mine replaced and it got rid of the sound. Here is what's going on with my recently purchased WK 06 - When ever I go over bumps I hear a sound that seems to be coming from the front right side (wheel area) and it makes a 'thumping', 'clunking' sound, it almost gives you the impression the front strut is 'loose'. I am going to bring it to Pontiac tomorrow. Was it just the lug nuts loosening that was making the noise or what was making that thumping noise? Maybe wheel bearing, a suspension part? You need to let the car warm up for about 5 minutes, preferably taking it on a short drive instead of just idling. Sound is louder at high speeds (of course, you push the pedal harder). I could see the arm moving but couldn't tell if it was the bushing worn out or the mounting bolt until I had them out of the frame mount. Cape Town - Somewhere while you were driving today, you heard a strange sound coming from your car. It sounds like it is coming from the back, but is most likely from the front (suspension?). 72,800 miles. He then went for a ride with the service adviser and they determined that it Sorento SXL 3. 9% it would be the drop link. Irvine, CA. Clunking sounds that permit when body mounts are missing or damage is from the body hitting the frame. The noise goes away temporarily when the vehicle is lifted in the air (the suspension is allowed to hang) and then returned to the ground. Yesterday I checked the lugs on the right rear wheel and found them tight. Leave the tire off. The front end of my RWD Model 3 has a rattle/clunking sound in the front end while going over low speed small bumps. I only ever hear it when pulling off from a junction on a sharp steering angle and sometimes on breaking into corners. With an exhaust leak, the muffling of the noise is cut short, making the noise louder. The sound it makes perfectly resembles the thumping or the flapping sound of a flat tire. For several months a "thump-thump" sound was heard when the '95 TC, (110,000 mi), drove over small road bumps, especially when on one side or the other. 122 Posts. Car - 87 300D I jacked that side up and checked the bearing for play by trying to rock the tire front to back and its solid. The thumping gets faster or slower and there is some slight shaking within the car. I own a 2008 chrysler 300 with 13000 miles on it now that i bought brand new. If the thump occurs on bumpy roads it could be a bad strut. I am assuming that this is a suspension issue. If the bearings begin to seize up or they get dirty and that prevents them from doing their job properly then you're going to be experiencing grinding and knocking sounds while you're driving. Firstly, by tightening the bolts. ) . Discussion Starter · #1 · Oct 21, 2020. My luck was that it was covered under warranty. There are several hundred complaints online about a thumping noise coming from rear of 2016-2018 chevy Malibu of all trim types, particularly at low speeds or when one side of rear of vehicle goes over small bumps. They work with calipers and brake pads to slow down the movement of the vehicle. Secondly, by removing the dirt from calipers. richtazz 04-01-2009, 09:12 AM Delco bushings are about $15 each also. There is a cyclic "thump" coming from the front passenger side of the car when I am moving. When driving at a respectable speed (ie: above 20) and I hit bumps maybe 1. These metal disks are visible behind the Usually it is described as “clicking”, but if the CV joint ball bearings have severely cracked or even broken in half, you could get thumping too. There is a clunk metallic noise from the front end when driving on rough roads over sharp bumps. I feels like something is loose or coming apart or that I hit something in the street. ive had this suspension noise for a long time. Its kind of like a poping creeking sound on take off only. I have noticed over the last couple months, that sometimes, when I put it from park into . Drove over a bump with left front and than with the right front wheel and I get the thump in both instance, feels like something is loose, can't find nothing, in this forum people talk about possible problem with the struts. The pop or clunk noise is heard most often after completing a full turn of the steering wheel. Once had those start clunking. When talk about the Propeller Sound from Front of Car, this will be major issue we found in our garage. Was it just the lug nuts loosening that was making the noise or what was making that thumping noise? Maybe wheel bearing, a suspension part? Feb 1, 2007. Rotors are prone to rust if you leave your car Check the front brake rotors for a rusty spot exactly the size of a brake pad. I can feel something hitting on the grill type area in front of the blower motor. Discussion Starter · #1 · Jul 13, 2018. This problem has been going on for over a year. Not sure if it's the same noise, but I had an occasional metallic clunk coming from the front right of the car when I turned and, eventually, when I braked. This can take 20 seconds or so to nearly a minute. A CV joint is pictured above. Sometimes when you turn the steering wheel, you will hear a thumping noise and possibly feel a jerking action through the steering wheel. Same noise Odyssey 2000, whenever I drive over bumps at around 5-10 KM, I get a thump. they each have a pair of round rubber preferred bushings surrounded by large washer type metal disks. Sometimes when I start from a stop at a stop sign for example once I give the car gas and I start moving I hear a slight pop/clunk sound from the front end. I have had my end links replaced which didn't make a difference. I've looked under the car and didn't see anything. Steps to check for a front end clunking noise. Only show this user . It may also be caused by a broken wheel bearing, a faulty CV . You have 5 . Ok I have no idea how to remove it, whenever I turn on my car on or off with the stereo on it makes a loud thump. . Your vehicle has struts up front and conventional shocks in the rear. This would be the best way to locate and diagnose the pop. I was thinking maybe it could be the hub/bearings, and I have started hearing a squeak from the rear passenger side wheel, but not the rear driver side. Drove for about half a mile until I heard “thump thump thump thump” violently. When reversing out of a parking space/driveway and the steering wheel is either in the full left lock or full right lock or there abouts, there is a loud clunk coming from the front end somewhere. Atlantic Highlands, NJ. Every time I go over a hump or street bump I hear a thumping sound under the front suspension; like if something is loose. You can fix the problem by following two ways. If loose at all the sound will happen. Jessica. 00 10/19 . The noise would happen on one or two sections, the one section it . Watch on Remove outer tie rod from spindle. There are also some more technical causes to point out . Noise while turning front end Volkswagen Tiguan : stabilizer bar 2,032 Posts. Refer to Bulletin #10-02-32-001A. Turned out to be the axle. I believe I read on the forums that it is only held on by plastic push type "rivets" and that they don't hold it securely/tightly to the underbody, letting it move slightly. Whats weird is some days the thumping sound would be light, almost not noticeable. I'm going on my 3rd replacement of rear bushings on my 2007 HHR with 70000 miles on it to fix the annoying clunking over bumps. It's definitely a "clunk," and not scraping or rubbing. One of the common causes includes failing ball joints, bad tie rods, worn-out control arms, etc. completely normal. It happens shortly after starting off and right around the time the car auto locks. if i go 60 it is louder than when i am going 30. Remove sway bar end link from strut. ” In other words, they’ve become warped. 1 Posts. 95 2/4/2008, @65359miles, Car pulling to right, Repair Front End, $80. I am going to be driving from Milwaukee, WI to Wausau, WI (200 miles) and then back to Boston, MA (1100 miles. Everything was tight, including the first suspect, the muffler/tailpipe assembly. Replaced the passenger side end link and squeak/clunk is gone. Loose or worn suspension I think (unsure) the noise becomes more audible when the road is uneven/inclined. The sound comes from the front. I'm fairly sure its coming from the front end and my side. Attempt to waggle the wheel back and forth. After removing the dirt, using lubricant is necessary. allowing the front subframe to shift under hard turns while braking. ($800+). also when i do put on the brakes i believe the sound does go away. It's coming from around the front passenger tire. Now start the car and place it in drive and let the front rotors rotate. I told my mechanic the noise problem and he pings it "Caster joints". Let me know if this works. It only happens when the car has been sat for a period of time (overnight or a couple of hours). Are you feeling it through the brake pedal when lightly applying the brake? You don’t say, but if the -Rhythmic thumping sound, (i. I've done lower control arms, rack and pinion, and both fron hub assembly's and still the sound. It's most noticeable when I'm slowly taking off from a stop light or if I'm braking. Park the car on flat ground and check the automatic transmission fluid. Discussion Starter · #1 · Oct 12, 2017. I have 2007 Sport MDX w/44K miles and have already had to replace the left front strut. Hey guys. It started with my right front tire but now has moved to my left. The tires were replaced two years ago and the are about 50% worn. By placing your hand on the mount, you should feel Not really able to help but I have noticed a clunk / knocking noise in my car, seems to come from the front end, sounds like its the lower steering joint through the floor. If your car is making a clicking noise when turning, it is likely you have an outer CV joint (constant velocity joint) that has failed because of a torn boot or old age, most likely a torn boot. If not, like Wiz said, check all the tires and make sure there's no issues with them. the noise is back again on the right front over larger bumps. If this is the case, you’ll likely hear a thumping noise whenever you brake or accelerate. Sounds like a hollow clunking noise (ball in The vehicle looks great, drives great, but there are a couple of noise issues that are not consistant with a luxury vehicle. right front. Turned out the dealership had "forgotten" to remove the Location. Upper control arms are a common failure point for the Model 3 front suspension, but it usually makes more of a squeaking sound than a clunk. one issue is the engine mount which there is a bulletin on. No effect. going to be 1 of 2 things things. Here are are the symptoms: The thumping seems to match the tire/axle speed. Tire rotation is essential to ensure that the tires wear out evenly. Hey all, I'm having an issue on my new 500. Contact service. R. Tires look fine. You might be able to narrow it down and find the culprit. Another place to look is the shock mount. Thumping Brakes A thumping sound while braking, usually coming from the front wheels, which do the majority of your braking — can indicate that your brake rotors have gone “out of shape. Discussion Starter · #1 · Mar 10, 2015 (Edited) I have had a clunk sound from the front end since 4000miles (now 14000). If any of these components are worn out, you may start to get a jagged thumping noise. Dealership couldn't diagnose at first but went back today. A sound that you know means something is wrong with your vehicle, a sound that leaves you . ott3r. Refs: [ CA. Ensure that the edge of the bushing flange is 30 degrees from the centerline of the lower control arm. Wheel bearing wear and tear can happen for a variety of reasons we’ll look at in a minute. Movement of the car side-to-side can also encourage suspension movement and noise creation. Unbalanced tread depth due to lack of tire rotation can produce a sound while driving. I think it is coming from the driver's side, but it I could be wrong. turning on/off. 1) Mark the location of the lower strut bolts (the holes are slotted). Loose joints have play, which allows the front wheels to wander or Recommended Services. After second curve it seemed like the pops and bangs were coming more from the front of the car than from the sports exhaust in the back. The thumping noise does not seem to speed up and slow down with the speed of the car it seems to remain steady. Car Makes Thump Sound When Slowing Down. Popping sounds when going over bumps or turning sharply can also be a sign of worn shock absorbers or worn out struts. Repl Inner CV Boot, $39. Most Common Cause: Cheap, Low-Quality Brake Pads Most commonly, brake squeaking is caused by inferior pads. Triplecrown. The first issue is a thumping sound toward the rear that was diagnosed as a fuel tank problem. Im going to do my tie rods next. Tap them with something "semi soft" like a rubber mallet, 2x4 block, or screwdriver's rubber handle. Many times, the tread in the tire is If you are getting the thumping sound from the front end of your vehicle, then the problem is most likely due to loose or worn suspension system components. Good Luck! G GMC Customer Service First thing is to immediately check all lug nuts and make sure you don't have a wheel coming loose. Front suspension now sounds JUST like it should. I have the EXACT same noise problem - mine is MCS 6/03 build. However, causing issue has been fixed and it only affected the cars made in 2019 and early 2020. It's after you've driven through like fifteen or more deep puddles that the noise becomes loud and constant enough that if you didn't know it'd subside once everything is dry, you'd be reluctant to drive very far. A sway bar bushing that has torn off could hit the control Drove for about half a mile until I heard “thump thump thump thump” violently. I've got a 1995 Toyota Corolla, 157K miles on it. None yet but soon all black. 2012 Volt | Blue Topaz Metallic . com [eBay. Fairly loud. If you hear any noises coming from the top of your engine bay as you turn, there’s a good chance it’s My wife's car has a habit of a thump/knocking sound from the front right side of the car that has lead me to believe there is a suspension issue? Possibly in the strut? This sounds like there is actually something loose that rattles around when going over a speed bump, making a left turn, or hitting a rough road surface. For several weeks I have been tormented by multiple loud clunks/pops from the left front of my 96 F250 2WD -- most prominent when making a sharp low speed left turn up an incline or over small bumps. thump sound from front of car

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