Weird clunking noise coming from the front end
#1
Weird clunking noise coming from the front end
I had the front brakes done on my '04 Pacifica about a month ago. Stops like a dream now, and no squeaking coming from the pads. But I've noticed that when I go over rough pavement/potholes/or even railroad tracks, I hear a clunking noise coming from the front end.
I did some searches and have seen some probable causes (lower and upper control arm bushings, loose struts, etc.). I am going to check things over tomorrow morning to make sure there isn't anything obvious.
But here's where it gets strange. If I go over that same rough pavement and apply the brakes very lightly (not heavy enough to even slow the car), the noise completely disappears.
Any ideas?
I did some searches and have seen some probable causes (lower and upper control arm bushings, loose struts, etc.). I am going to check things over tomorrow morning to make sure there isn't anything obvious.
But here's where it gets strange. If I go over that same rough pavement and apply the brakes very lightly (not heavy enough to even slow the car), the noise completely disappears.
Any ideas?
#2
While you're under there looking around, grab the calipers with both hand and give them a good shake. If you feel any looseness, take it back to where you had the brake work done and have a chat with them.
Other than that, "weird noises" are basically impossible to diagnose over the internet.
Other than that, "weird noises" are basically impossible to diagnose over the internet.
#3
Will do. I definitely think it's in the calipers, because the noise completely disappears when I lightly apply the brakes.
I know what you mean about diagnosing weird noises over the internet! But nonetheless, I appreciate the help on this one.
I know what you mean about diagnosing weird noises over the internet! But nonetheless, I appreciate the help on this one.
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