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leeuk93
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Post Tue Apr 15, 2014 10:31 am

I have noticed a noise that sounds like it is coming from the back drivers side of the car. When I get off from stationary or when turning a corner at slowish speeds I can a creaking noise that sounds like its coming from the suspension or the mounts or somewhere in that region.

I know its hard to diagnose any problems without hearing it etc but I was just wondering if there are any common problems that can occur around that area.

I have a feeling its bushes so going to look into poly bushes asap.


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wullie325i
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Post Tue Apr 15, 2014 11:17 am

springs around the rubber spring seat area, had this before and it was a broken spring at the lowest point.

can also just be dry rubber try lubricating all the rubber bits in that area to see if it makes a difference
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Post Tue Apr 15, 2014 11:19 am

can also try making a straw size hole in any rubber boots if its ball joints ect and fire some oil in to shut it up if thats what it is but its only a temporary fix.
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Post Tue Apr 15, 2014 11:36 am

Going to have a proper look into it this weekend, Its just really really annoying.
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Post Tue Apr 15, 2014 9:14 pm

My rear top mounts used to creak when I first set off in the mornings, until I replaced them.