What do bad strut mounts sound like?
Weird Noises If you hear clunking or squeaking coming from the suspension system while driving, this could mean the mount has worn out. The noise comes from two or more metal components hitting each other without any insulation. Front strut mounts may also make a noise when you turn the steering wheel.
How do you tell if top mount is gone?
Where it is easier for them to identify potential top strut mount failure is when their customers complain of clunking, knocking, grinding or creaking noises, in particular at low speeds when moving the steering lock to lock, hitting potholes, speed bumps or driving over rough ground.
Can you grease strut mounts?
yes you can lubricate the strut bearing from the top. you lift the little rubber gasket with a small thin screwdriver and you can fit the straw in there from an aerosol can of lithium grease, do it in three or four different places.
Why is my front shock mount making noise?
Front strut mount. This type of noise could be caused by a metal plate separating from the rubber inside the mount, or by a worn-out strut bearing. It’s not always easy to diagnose a noisy strut mount because the damage is not visible from the outside.
When to know if your top struts are failing?
It is easier to identify potential top strut mount failure when customers complain of clunking, knocking, grinding or creaking noises, particularly at low speeds when moving the steering lock to lock, hitting potholes, speed bumps or driving over rough ground.
Why does my front strut make a rattling noise?
The most common is when a worn out strut mount produces a clunking or rattling noise. Front strut mount. This type of noise could be caused by a metal plate separating from the rubber inside the mount, or by a worn-out strut bearing.
Why are there strut mounts on the front of my car?
Second, in some cars front strut mounts have strut mount bearings to allow rotation together with front wheel when turning left or right. Third, strut mounts have to provide good sound insulation, or the road noises and vibrations will travel from the struts through the vehicle’s body and into the cabin.