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Front End Clunk - Check Strut Bearings

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Old Jun 14, 2004 | 09:31 PM
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Front End Clunk - Check Strut Bearings

(Haven't seen anyone post this - if they have sorry for the repeat.)

Think I had the same noise others have where a 'clunk' sound comes from the front end. Mine was sounding like it was coming somewhere from the passenger side. Hard to describe quick, solid sound - like something metal was releasing a lot of force. Easily mistaken for a driveline problem.

After taking a quick look at the underneath at the bushings, etc., I remembered the Evo had strut upper bearings and when inspected immediately noticed the grease had moved away from the bearing race and *****. The grease was still in a ring shape but moved physically away from the metal.

Simple press of the grease back into the bearing, and a few turns of the steering wheel, eliminated the noise.

Parts like this on the Evo need that extra attention unlike 'regular' street cars!

RK
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