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Old 11-03-2010 | 06:29 PM
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Front end steering noise.

When making turn in a parking lot and such i get a squeaky noise. Anyone know the cause/ how to take care of it. Searched this and most people did extensive part replacement, whether needed or not. Also i get a low rattle when in the lower rpm range with a slight throttle? Any imput would be great!
Old 11-04-2010 | 05:43 AM
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Squeaky noise could be ANYTHING -- but alot of times, it's the plastic spring isolator that sits on the end of the spring, lodged in the spring/strut perch.
Tends to get loose over time, and rub against the perch.

The acceleration rattle'd probably be an exhaust / manifold / cat / header issue.
But look for the easy solution, like an exhaust hanger bracket.

That's the best I've got for you.

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Old 11-05-2010 | 08:50 PM
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Well when i blew my rad the engine thermostat shot up so idk if thats the cause. Starting to get worried so i am going to get it checked out.
Old 11-05-2010 | 08:55 PM
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rattle when in the lower rpm range with a slight throttle ... by chance do you mean around 1500 to 2000 rpm, this can be known as engine ping or you are possibly low on the oil and it is the timing chain ... So check your oil level first of and if it is fine I would assume engine ping and would move up to 94 octane if you have it available in your area.
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