front end clunking when turning

2001JeepXJNS · May 9, 2013

So on the way home today I noticed the front end making a clunking sound when turning into my neighborhood. Besides the noise it also felt like there was something wrong, could kinda of feel the clunks on the steering wheel if that makes sense. Have not noticed it until now but it doesnt mean the problem didnt start until now. The weather is finally nice enough that I can have the window open and would be able to hear anything.

Any guesses?

2001JeepXJNS · May 9, 2013

Also only makes the noise while driving. Checked it in the driveway and no noise, turns smooth. Drove it around the block and pops even while driving slow around corners, seems to be coming from both sides. Track bar maybe?

Tim_MN · May 10, 2013

2001JeepXJNS said:
Track bar maybe?

Logical place to start your inspections.

lazyxj · May 10, 2013

Next, check the front axle u-joints for looseness or binding.

2001JeepXJNS · May 10, 2013

Minneapolis Tim? I'm moving up that way in a few months. Hudson WI area.

jworth · May 10, 2013

Is it one pop at each turn or does it pop repeatedly so long as you hold the turn?

Original_MudButt · May 10, 2013

Check Track bar for looseness and check track bar ends for play.

Grease every zerk you can find under there. You'll be surprised what a difference that makes.

Also, A while ago I had one of my springs out and noticed the rubber isolator that goes on top of the spring had worn through to metal. I just replaced mine last weekend and it made a significant improvement.

ChiXJeff · May 10, 2013

And the track bar frame side bracket.

front end clunking when turning

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