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So I never thought much about it but on cold starts in the AM, I was hearing a loud thunk/clunk while turning in reverse. Would happen mostly on sharp turn either left or right.
Cause: both lower control ball joints were worn and had about 2mm of play.
This caused the car to feel slightly loose in corners.
Both right and left lower control arms replaced. No more clunking/thinking.
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