I own a 5-speed 2004 lvl 2 with 52k miles that makes a loud knock every time i hit a bump. It''s been in a couple accidents, unfortunately, but nothing that could ruin the suspension or frame. The noise is most prominent when body moves laterally (pass. to driver). I''''ve changed the front tranny mount and the pass. CV. Still not going away. I checked the suspension mounts, sway bar bushings, engine and tranny mounts, steering tie rods, rack and pinion, and struts. All are tight and undamaged. Please help!!!! Any information available will be greatly appreciated.
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Edited by: quipin55

 

As I thought, it was the sway bar bushings. As I''ve heard, it''s common for vehicles driven in colorado to have suspension issues frequently. I know I''m just rambling to myself, but I want people to be able to reference this in the future so they don''t go 4 months before getting rid of the annoying noise...

Edited by: quipin55

 

i have an 05 ion 2 qc and i have had a few minor accidents and i have replaced all bushings.. and had the frame tested for a bend.. and nothin... yet i still have the creaking knocking noises when going over pot holes etc...

 

Have you looked at all the motor and transmission mounts, particularly the front and rear ones?

 

Sway bar bushing are a good place to start.

Satereo post some pictures of your Coupe in sights and sounds. I''m sure everyone would like to see your car.Edited by: RjION

 

Disassemble the sway bar bushings, cover liberally with a good brand of rubber lubricant and reassemble ...

 

Just replace them, you need them.