Why do I hear a knocking noise from my front wheel?
Bushings are typically just made of rubber so they will wear down over a long enough timeline, especially if they’re under a lot of stress. When your bushings wear down far enough or they actually break you’re going to hear a knocking sound caused by metal parts hitting against one another without the bushings there to buffer them any longer.
What happens to your tires when you hit a pothole?
Tire Damage – Hitting a pothole can flat out pop your tire, but it can also take a chunk out of your tire. A damaged tire can make you more susceptible to blowout on the road, which can be dangerous at high speeds.
What makes a rattling noise in the front of my car?
The most common cause of rattling noises from the wheel area being loose or a worn strut mount or the strut coming apart.
How to troubleshoot a clicking or popping sound in car?
Turn the wheels from lock to lock going from right to left. This will check to see if the bearing plates will make a clicking or popping noise while the vehicle is stationary. Step 3: Drive the vehicle around the block. Make turns where you can turn the steering wheel all the way in a direction.
Tire Damage – Hitting a pothole can flat out pop your tire, but it can also take a chunk out of your tire. A damaged tire can make you more susceptible to blowout on the road, which can be dangerous at high speeds.
What causes a rattling sound in my front wheel?
The most common cause of rattling noises from the wheel area being loose or a worn strut mount or the strut coming apart. This rarely is a cause for alarm but of course can be very annoying.
Why does my rear wheel drive car make a clunking noise?
Older rear-wheel-drive vehicles with a live rear axle and coil springs may have what’s called a panhard rod that runs diagonally from the chassis to one side of the axle housing. The rod’s bushings are a likely source of a clunking noise. Worn-out shocks or struts are also common culprits here.
What should I do if my lift makes a rattling noise?
A front end inspection on a lift would be the best way to identify the noise of the loose or broken component. This could be a number of things, but the first things I noticed is the age and mileage of your car. It should still be under warranty. I recommend taking it to the dealer for this repair.