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creaky sound from the front end when turning the car slowly...any ideas?

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Old 07-05-2005, 03:35 AM
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creaky sound from the front end when turning the car slowly...any ideas?
Old 07-05-2005, 03:44 AM
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Default Creaky like rubbing or creaky like creaky?

Rubbing could be low power steering fluid.
Creaking would be front sway bar bushings if it occurs when going over slight bumps or dips.
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How do you know about that creaking?! ; )
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or creaky like ratcheting?
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sway bar bushings, tell the dealership to replace them NOT lube them.. trust me on this one
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so for the bushings they have to be replaced? or waht?
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yeah, are you under warranty, look at the top of the forum, some1 just posted on this.
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not under warranty anymore, should i even bother bringing it in or do it myself?
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