Why does my steering wheel rattle when I hit a bump?
Clunks. Clunks are usually associated with worn ball joints. If the clunk happens right when you turn your steering wheel it could be a bad tie rod end or other ball joints in your steering linkage. If the clunk happens while driving over a bump it could be a ball joint connected to your steering knuckle.
Why does my car make a noise when I go over bumps?
Does your car clunk or make a crunching noise when you go over bumps? These noises indicate that something in your suspension needs attention. Suspension components are typically made out of metal and need to pivot so that the vehicle can go over bumps.
Why does my car make a rattling noise when I hit a bump?
If the exhaust system is loose, it can also bang against the underside of your vehicle when you hit a bump. Solution: Have your exhaust system checked by your mechanic or a muffler shop. The fix could be as easy as tightening a loose clamp or replacing a damaged rubber hanger.
What does it mean when your car makes a noise when you turn a corner?
A knocking sound when going over bumps or turning corners. This likely means your worn-out shocks are causing your coil springs to vibrate wildly against your vehicle’s chassis. A grunt or a squeak. On bumps and turns, grunting or squeaking means your front steering mechanism could be wearing out.
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.
What to do if your car rattles when going over bumps?
The good news is that this is typically an issue that can be fixed by an experienced mechanic. At Elite RV & Car Care, our suspension repair technicians have extensive experience handling a wide range of suspension-related issues on a variety of makes and models of vehicles both foreign and domestic.