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Old 08-14-2008, 08:08 PM
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Default Deville makes creaking noise when turning

I know where the noise is coming from, I just can't get it to stop. Every timeI turn right or left, the car makes a creaking noise. It' s coming from the passenger side front wheel. The front coil moves every time the steering wheel is turned and it vibrates on the track that itrestsupon causing a creaking noise. How can I get it to stop? I tried to use WD40, but it only works for about a week.[/align]
 
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Old 08-15-2008, 04:46 PM
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Default RE: Deville makes creaking noise when turning

replace both upper strut bushings. not designed to be lubed, just replaced. I say both meaning left and right.
 
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Old 08-15-2008, 07:35 PM
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Any rough idea what that kind of a job would run? Sounds like something the garage need to fix.
 
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Old 08-15-2008, 08:27 PM
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Carnut like right, It's called a mount should come with bearing. special tools can be rented, alignment may required after replacing.It maybe better left to a shop.It can a dangerous repair it you don't know what you are doing. Cost about 250.00 plus cost of alignment.
 
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