Why does my Mercedes Benz sway bar keep popping?
Check your sway bar end links and bushings. The pattern you have mentioned seems to be when the sway bar is working it’s hardest (one wheel on the ground, another in motion up/down like when over speed bumps and entry into driveways). Cost wise about $350 at the stealer parts and labour with new sway bar. 2002 CLK55 with 39k miles.
Why does my Mercedes Benz make a clunking sound when turning right?
A few months ago I noticed a moderate “clunk” when turning right and up into my driveway. the sound would come and go. Recently had a free MB Tech Session at the local Benz dealership where they go over several points with you.
What causes a Mercedes Benz front wheel to pop?
Technician diagnosed a leaking drivers side motor mount and lower control arm bushings that had a very, very slight amount of play. He said those bushings didnt need replacement now, but maybe next year or 15k miles left on them. (roughly). He checked the ball joints and there was no up/down play in either wheel.
Are there swaybar links on the front of a Mercedes Benz?
Just left the parts counter at the Benz dealership in Maryland. two different parts guys were checking the computer. they said the 2002 CLK55 AMG Convertible has no endlinks/swaybar links up front. Is that accurate?? I had a worn out steering damper/stabilizer that clunked when wheels turned past a certain degree, have you checked that out?
Why is my sway bar making a rattling noise?
As mentioned before, the bushings are the root cause of sway bar failure. When bushings deteriorate they start to make a rattling noise which can be heard if you dive over a speed bump. In extreme cases, the clatter can be heard on straight stretches of road.
Why does my Mercedes Benz suspension make a creaking noise?
These forces can be extreme and cause the rubber bushings to fatigue and crack causing a front-end vibration or shimmy. Signs of failure are common and are often accompanied with a “creaking” noise from the suspension.
Why does my suspension clunk when I hit a bump?
The rod’s bushings are a likely source of a clunking noise. Worn-out shocks or struts are also common culprits here. When the internal hydraulics wear out, the piston will move without the proper resistance and stop short when you hit a bump. With shocks, another thing to check for is loose or dried-out mounting bushings.
Why does my front suspension make a clunking noise?
This condition may be caused by the jounce bumper slamming into the upper spring seat because it is not retained in the correct up position. The jounce bumper loses position due to oil being deposited onto its retention fingers. The oil is from the strut leaking.
Why does my Mercedes Benz W203 make a rattling noise?
My 2001 W203 (with 79,000 miles) has a knocking/rattling noise coming from the front suspension. It occurs at any speed. Even moving very slowly, any undulation of the pavement causes a knocking/rattle. I’ve read that it may be the sway bar end links.
Why does my C class car make a rattle noise?
Thanks for your thoughts. check your guide arm bushings, on the c class they are known to fail often. they cause a clunking noise in the front end going over bumps. will also cause noise on any road. My car just started making a rattle/klunk as you describe and I’ve been trying to identify the source.
What to do if your suspension clunks and rattles?
This is the worst-case scenario for these kinds of clunks where the only real fix involves a trip to the frame shop where new metal can be welded on. If this is your vehicle’s problem, you have real trouble. If one point is rusted, the suspension point on the opposite side is probably also rusted.