clunk on the front driver's side
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2005 E55 AMG
clunk on the front driver's side
sometimes when going over bumps or just unloading the brakes, there's a clunk in the front driver's side
brake caliper? tie-rod end?
not sure - just had the thrust bearings replaced a few weeks ago.
brake caliper? tie-rod end?
not sure - just had the thrust bearings replaced a few weeks ago.
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ML 350 AMG 2010
Hi guys.. I just joined the forum for the same reason as I have the same problem
It started about 2 weeks ago and I usually get the knocking / thumping sound when driving at low speeds or when I park the car
Highway driving is as smooth as silk
I went to the dealership who asked to keep the car for testing for 3 days
Unfortunately I didn't have another vehicle so I scheduled it for next week
Keep me updated please
Thanks
It started about 2 weeks ago and I usually get the knocking / thumping sound when driving at low speeds or when I park the car
Highway driving is as smooth as silk
I went to the dealership who asked to keep the car for testing for 3 days
Unfortunately I didn't have another vehicle so I scheduled it for next week
Keep me updated please
Thanks
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From: Shamong Nj
'06 E55
Put it up on jackstands and try and move and wiggle front wheels around. You will see/feel the movement, and will know if it's the upper or lower ball joint or any other worn out part.
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I have a creaking(tie rod) and a clunking(lower ball joint) and have an appointment to get them repaired plus replace my Cooling pump
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That's what I thought mine was till I removed the end-links and was hearing the same thing..
I could hear and kinda feel the same clunk from the steering wheel as I gently move the steering right to left when parked or stopped at a light.
I tried raising and lowering the car and it does not go away..
After I changed my front left wheel bearings(could not remove the inner race so I cleaned and reused) now I can only hear and feel the clunk only when I drive for a few miles.
Thinking it needs adjustment after it warms up
I could hear and kinda feel the same clunk from the steering wheel as I gently move the steering right to left when parked or stopped at a light.
I tried raising and lowering the car and it does not go away..
After I changed my front left wheel bearings(could not remove the inner race so I cleaned and reused) now I can only hear and feel the clunk only when I drive for a few miles.
Thinking it needs adjustment after it warms up
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And FINALLY...
The Dealership replied with the solution
They said that the bearing and the control arms (both upper and lower) have to be changed and after that they will see if the problem is solved..
In other words they slammed a 5000$ bill in my face and said that they will keep slamming me with more
My car is a 2010 model,, purchased in April 2011
It has 34000 km ONLY
no off roading and strictly no nuisance while driving
Warranty expired about 2 months ago
The service agent said that he will try get in touch with the manufacturer regarding a "good will"!!! Which I do not know what he means
Anyhow I took the car to another workshop "certified Merc mechanic" for a second opinion
Any feedback guys!!!
The Dealership replied with the solution
They said that the bearing and the control arms (both upper and lower) have to be changed and after that they will see if the problem is solved..
In other words they slammed a 5000$ bill in my face and said that they will keep slamming me with more
My car is a 2010 model,, purchased in April 2011
It has 34000 km ONLY
no off roading and strictly no nuisance while driving
Warranty expired about 2 months ago
The service agent said that he will try get in touch with the manufacturer regarding a "good will"!!! Which I do not know what he means
Anyhow I took the car to another workshop "certified Merc mechanic" for a second opinion
Any feedback guys!!!
