Condition | Possible Sources | Actions |
|---|---|---|
Rear suspension noise — a squeak, creak or rattle noise. Occurs mostly over bumps or rough roads due to the suspension moving in an up/down motion. | Loose or damaged rear shock absorber(s) or shock absorber bushing(s) | INSPECT the rear shock absorber(s) or shock absorber bushing(s). INSTALL new components as necessary. REFER to: Rear Shock Absorber (204-02 Rear Suspension, Removal and Installation). |
Damaged spring(s) or spring mount(s) | INSPECT the rear spring(s) and spring mount(s). REPLACE damaged components as necessary. REFER to: Spring (204-02 Rear Suspension, Removal and Installation). | |
Worn or damaged stabilizer bar bushing(s) or link(s) | INSPECT the stabilizer bar bushing(s) or link(s). REPLACE damaged or worn components as necessary. REFER to: Rear Stabilizer Bar Bushing (204-02 Rear Suspension, Removal and Installation). or REFER to: Rear Stabilizer Bar Link (204-02 Rear Suspension, Removal and Installation). | |
Worn or damaged lower control arms, toe link ball joints or cross-axis joints | INSPECT for worn or damaged lower control arms, toe link ball joints or cross-axis joints. REPLACE damaged or worn components as necessary. | |
Noise from front suspension when turning — crunch or ratcheting noise. Occurs as a result of the suspension twisting and flexing. | Strut top nut | INSPECT and TIGHTEN to specification. REFER to: Front Strut and Spring Assembly (204-01 Front Suspension, Removal and Installation). |
Worn or damaged front strut bearing(s) | INSPECT for worn or damaged strut bearing. INSTALL new components as necessary. REFER to: Front Strut and Spring Assembly (204-01 Front Suspension, Removal and Installation). | |
Coil Spring | INSPECT springs. REPLACE as necessary. REFER to: Front Strut and Spring Assembly (204-01 Front Suspension, Removal and Installation). | |
Strut brackets or seat(s) | INSPECT strut brackets or seat(s). REPAIR as necessary. | |
Stabilizer bar | INSPECT the stabilizer bar. REPAIR or REPLACE as necessary. REFER to: Front Stabilizer Bar (204-01 Front Suspension, Removal and Installation). |
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