suspension problems please help!
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suspension problems please help!
I have some problems with my suspension that i cant figure out. My rear driver side wheel one morning was really low like it had lowering springs and its fluxuates between regualr height and the lowness. what could this possibly be? thanks alot. Also my front driver side is squeaking when i make slow turns and when it goes over bumps. If you can help me out thanks alot.
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If you park on uneven ground, you can load or unload one corner
causing a perceived difference in ride height. Take it to a relatively level place if you think there is a problem (like a garage), and then look it over. If you have cargo in the trunk or cabin, remove that, and then evaluate. My guess is that there is no problem.
The squeaking up front...first thing I would check are the four ball joints on that side. You have the two upper control arms, one underneath and behind the rotor (lower control arm) and the tie rod end. All four joints have a little rubber boot protecting the joint. A small tear in that rubber boot will allow dirt and moisture to contaminate the joint, and over time it will dry out and corrode (resulting in squeaking, knocking, etc.). Inspect the boots on those 4 ball joints...odds are you'll find the problem (you'll need to replace the arm or tie rod end when you locate the joint in question).
The squeaking up front...first thing I would check are the four ball joints on that side. You have the two upper control arms, one underneath and behind the rotor (lower control arm) and the tie rod end. All four joints have a little rubber boot protecting the joint. A small tear in that rubber boot will allow dirt and moisture to contaminate the joint, and over time it will dry out and corrode (resulting in squeaking, knocking, etc.). Inspect the boots on those 4 ball joints...odds are you'll find the problem (you'll need to replace the arm or tie rod end when you locate the joint in question).
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