My poor car that's been through so mauch,,,,, clunks whenever there is extra load on front right suspension. Such as, when I'm turning left, or braking. I can reproduce the sound 90% of the time.


I've had front suspension checked by 2 different mechanics, both times with me under the car (not that i'm an expert, just saying) Played with pry bar in all possible locations, NOTHING is loose.


All new engine mount & front A-spec suspension & Skunk2 upper arm last spring, but just to make sure, I checked side mount, and it's firm (looks a little sagged, but isn't that normal?)




I'm starting to think... the muffled metallic clunk is the front shock absorber.... (My rear Type-S suspension used to make the same, but a little lighter sounding noise but it's gone now)


Where else should I check before buying a new set of Teins?!?!

 

things to check

end links
bushings
shocks (this car does not have struts)
LCA bushings

also mileage on your car?

I have a 2002 CLS 136K and I need new front shocks. I just replaced all of my bushings and endlinks.

 

1. end links were tight. Should I still replace it? I mean I don't want to "waste" $50 when they can go toward new Teins
2. bushings are all fine
3. rears have 21k miles fronts have 6k. fronts are bought brand new. But since theres enough number of posts regarding OEM shocks making clunks.... i might just ignore.
4. LCA bushings are fine. Wearing, but still usable and firm enough.


129k miles on car.

 

Passenger side motor mount.

 

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You mentioned it looks like its sagging. That's not normal.