Suspension System Fault Analysis Cases
Comprehensive suspension system diagnostics including shock and strut failures, steering issues, and ride quality problems.
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2001 Dodge Dakota Steering Wheel Squeak Diagnosis
2001 Dodge Dakota
The owner reports a squeaking noise when turning the steering wheel on their 2001 Dodge Dakota. The sound occurs particularly during low-speed maneuve...
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1999 Mitsubishi Diamante Shakes and Wobbles Diagnosis
1999 Mitsubishi Diamante
The owner reports that their 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante began shaking and wobbling, particularly noticeable at the rear. After taking it for an alignmen...
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Steering Wheel Play After Tire Rotation
2004 Lexus IS 300
The owner of a 2004 Lexus IS 300, which has been regularly serviced and has 75,000 miles, experienced excessive play in the steering wheel after a rec...
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1998 Honda Accord Clunking Noise Diagnosis
1998 Honda Accord
The owner reports a clunking noise from the suspension after recently replacing both front upper control arms, all four struts, and sway bar end links...
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1997 Lincoln Mark VIII Air Suspension to Struts Conversion
1997 Lincoln Mark VIII
The owner of a 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII is converting the air suspension system to conventional struts. They are looking for instructions on bypassing t...
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Tire Size Compatibility for 1996 Dodge Ram 1500
1996 Dodge Ram 1500
The owner of a 1996 Dodge Ram 1500 Duel Cab 2x4 Pickup wants to replace the factory tires (225/75R16) with wider tires (305/70R16) without any lift. T...
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Intermittent Rattle Noise from Front Wheel Area
2003 Nissan Altima
The owner reports an intermittent rattle noise coming from the front wheel area of their 2003 Nissan Altima. The noise occurs during driving, starting...
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2007 Honda CR-V Intermittent Washboard Noise Diagnosis
2007 Honda CR-V
The owner of a 2007 Honda CR-V reports an intermittent issue where the vehicle feels like it is driving over a washboard. This sensation occurs sudden...
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Steering Column Movement Issue in 2002 Saturn L200
2002 Saturn L200
The owner of a 2002 Saturn L200 reports that the steering column slides back and forth about two inches parallel to the dashboard. This movement occur...
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1991 Chevy G20 Van Steering Knuckle Thread Repair
1991 Chevrolet G20
The owner of a 1991 Chevy G20 van with a 5.7L V8 engine is experiencing issues with the threads inside the steering knuckle. They are seeking an overs...
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A/C Whining Noise Diagnosis and Repair
1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette
The owner reports a whining noise coming from the air conditioning unit of their 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette. The A/C still blows relatively cold air, ...
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2001 Chevy Tahoe Hard to Steer After Sitting
2001 Chevrolet Tahoe
The owner reports that the 2001 Chevy Tahoe is hard to steer after sitting for 8 or more hours, especially in cold weather. The power steering pump ma...
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Clutch Pedal Vibration Diagnosis and Repair
2007 Kia Picanto
The owner reports experiencing a vibration in the clutch pedal when it is slightly pressed down while driving. The vibration stops when the pedal is f...
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2006 Dodge Magnum Lifter Noise Diagnosis
2006 Dodge Magnum
The owner of a 2006 Dodge Magnum with a 2.5 High Output engine reports severe lifter noise at 75,000 miles. Despite using Lucas oil additives, the noi...
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Potential Suspension Damage from Minor Collision
2006-2011 Honda Civic
The owner reports that their parked Honda Civic was scraped on the left rear wheel by another vehicle moving slowly. They are concerned that this mino...
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Grinding and Rattling Noise from Front Left Wheel
2001 Kia Magentis
The owner reports a grinding noise coming from the front left of the vehicle that started off barely noticeable and gradually worsened over approximat...
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1998 Jeep Wrangler Blinker Noise Diagnosis
1998 Jeep Wrangler
The owner reports a noise coming from the blinker system of their 1998 Jeep Wrangler. They noted that the blinkers function correctly inside the vehic...
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2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager Steering Issues Analysis
2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager
The owner reports a whining and grinding noise coming from the steering pump, particularly noticeable at slow speeds during parking maneuvers. Despite...
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