Pinpoint Test D : Front End Noise - Turning At Slow Speeds, During Parking Lot Maneuvers, Over Bumps, Rough Roads, Dips, Depressions Or When Entering A Driveway: Notes
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Pinpoint Test D: Front End Noise - Turning At Slow Speeds, During Parking Lot Maneuvers, Over Bumps, Rough Roads, Dips, Depressions Or When Entering A Driveway
Diagnostic Overview
Noises over bumps and rough roads involve parts which move and contact during up and down motion.
Exterior front end noises when turning at slow speeds involve parts which move, rotate or make contact during a partial or full turn.
Possible Causes
- Jounce bumper
- Springs, shocks, struts and bearings or bushings (most common)
- Front shock brackets or strut mounts
- Tires
- Stabilizer bar insulators or links
- Steering gear internal stops (full turn)
- External steering stops (full turn)
- Steering tie rods (loose)
- Loose steering gear mounts or bolts
- Loose steering gear bolts
- Loose front brake calipers or pins
- Loose lower control arm-to-subframe bolts or bushings
- Loose ball joint
- Loose exhaust heat shield, isolators or brackets
- Stabilizer bar links and insulators
- Integrated front wheel ends (4x4 only)
- Front control arms and bushings
- Engine or transmission mounts
- Upper or lower steering shaft