Why does my lower control arm make noise?
Bad or faulty lower control arm bushings will cause the noise to resonate through the frame and body of the car when compared to good rubber bushings that would normally isolate most of the noise.
Can a bad control arm cause tire wear?
Irregular tire wear and steering wander is often a sign of mis-alignment of the wheel which can be caused by problems with either the control arm bushings or ball joint, among other factors. But if these problems arose after having the lower control arm replaced then it’s likely that’s where you’ll find your tire-eating culprit.
What to do if your front tire is making a noise?
First, get a certified technician, such as one from YourMechanic, to replace the control arm bushings and check the brakes for any cracks in the brake pad material and excessive metal material in the pads that can cause the noise. At the same time, get the wheel hub bearings checked for noise and replaced, if necessary.
Why does my front end make a clunking noise while driving?
Starting from the top, check out your shock and struts . The mount at the top of the shock/strut could also be causing a banging noise if it’s in rough shape or worn out. Pull on your wheel at 12 and 6 as you watch your upper control arm and ball joint to see if they move while you do this.
Irregular tire wear and steering wander is often a sign of mis-alignment of the wheel which can be caused by problems with either the control arm bushings or ball joint, among other factors. But if these problems arose after having the lower control arm replaced then it’s likely that’s where you’ll find your tire-eating culprit.
Bad or faulty lower control arm bushings will cause the noise to resonate through the frame and body of the car when compared to good rubber bushings that would normally isolate most of the noise.
First, get a certified technician, such as one from YourMechanic, to replace the control arm bushings and check the brakes for any cracks in the brake pad material and excessive metal material in the pads that can cause the noise. At the same time, get the wheel hub bearings checked for noise and replaced, if necessary.
What makes a car’s control arm work so well?
A functioning control arm helps with smooth driving. Two other components in this system — a bushing and a ball joint — are also crucial to the operation of control arms. The broad end of the triangle that is connected to the frame moves a bushing while the other end joined to the steering knuckle navigates on a ball joint.