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In reverse, low speeds (backing into parking spot, for example) I get a clunk when I turn the wheel

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Old 07-04-2003, 06:35 PM
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Default In reverse, low speeds (backing into parking spot, for example) I get a clunk when I turn the wheel

to the right. Ideas? It doesn't sound very good. Only happens in reverse.
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Control arm is a possibility.
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Hmm, thanks. I also notice some creaking noises going over speed bumps. So prolly you're right.
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Default might also be a steering link maybe?

You should check out all of the links in there, I mean christ we have what 8 control arms 2 swaybar links and 2 steering links. Thats like a dozen things to go bad one at a time.
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I get the same thing
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