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Old 04-14-2006, 08:20 AM
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i was wondering if any of yall would know what the popping noise coming from the front end of my car is. it happens when a. i brake hard and once it comes to a complete stop and rests it pops and b. when i make a sharp turn it pops
 
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Old 04-14-2006, 08:44 AM
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Where from the front of your car does it sound like its coming from?
 
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Old 04-14-2006, 11:38 AM
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Ball joint or bad bushings maybe. Just jack the front up and have someone cycle the steering wheel for the noise. Also check for exhuast leak as well.
 
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Old 04-14-2006, 12:15 PM
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Originally Posted by Stangdude27
Ball joint or bad bushings maybe. Just jack the front up and have someone cycle the steering wheel for the noise. Also check for exhuast leak as well.
im gonna have to agree with that 100% i kno one of my ball joints is bad and everynow and then when i park the car as im walking away from the car i will hear a creak/ popping noise
 
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Old 04-14-2006, 04:27 PM
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well i know its someting to do with the suspension but im not sure what and i know its not a exaust leak but im just gonna take it to my dealer since its still under warranty
 
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Old 04-14-2006, 06:20 PM
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Good idea, let the people who built it deal with it while it's still free for you.
 
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