Why does my car clunk when going over bumps?
There are a few possible issues that can cause a clunk when going over bumps, in a vehicle that is getting up there in mileage. Worn shocks/struts, worn control arm bushings, worn mounts, and damaged sway bar linkage/mounts are probably the most common issues.
Why does my front end make a clunking noise?
I purchased my front kit and plan to do it in the spring after the pot holes are fixed because you have to have an alignment done after the top plates are replaced. Part of the problem is that the struts are loose at the top because the whole assemble gets loose over time.
What makes a loud clunking noise when you drive over a pot hole?
When i drive over pot holes, uneven pavement i hear a loud clunking noise. It has gotten alot worse in the last 24 hours because i have been doing more driving than usual. My car has 244000 miles. My car has an automatic transmission. Unfortunately, as our vehicles age, the parts will just wear out.
Why is my CV joint making a clunking noise?
Once this happens, the grease comes out and moisture and dirt get in, causing the CV joint to wear faster and eventually fail due to lack of lubrication and corrosion.
There are a few possible issues that can cause a clunk when going over bumps, in a vehicle that is getting up there in mileage. Worn shocks/struts, worn control arm bushings, worn mounts, and damaged sway bar linkage/mounts are probably the most common issues.
When i drive over pot holes, uneven pavement i hear a loud clunking noise. It has gotten alot worse in the last 24 hours because i have been doing more driving than usual. My car has 244000 miles. My car has an automatic transmission. Unfortunately, as our vehicles age, the parts will just wear out.
Once this happens, the grease comes out and moisture and dirt get in, causing the CV joint to wear faster and eventually fail due to lack of lubrication and corrosion.
How to troubleshoot a car that makes clunking noises over?
Make sure that the transmission is in park (for automatics) or in 1st gear (for manuals). Step 2: Place wheel chocks around the rear tires that will be remaining on the ground. Engage the parking brake to the lock the rear tires from moving. Step 3: Raise the vehicle.