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Creaking Gen4

Discussion in 'Suspension / Steering' started by dan1_721, May 27, 2008.

  1. dan1_721

    dan1_721 Guest

    Mine does it too, from the back I think. They have a lightweight body shell thats been bouncing round on Aussie roads for 20 years, id expect it haha...
     
  2. Mafix

    Mafix Owner Staff Member Administrator Donated!

    sounds like it's time to put the car in the air and do a shake down
     
  3. 89celicagt

    89celicagt Well-Known Member Staff Member Super Moderator Donated!

    There's alot of flex in the frame by factory standard, more so with 'verts for obvious reasons. Check to see how your doors close, tend to sag from what I've experienced and read. I don't think you guys have rust like I do here, but I suppose you could get it on a lift and inspect frame parts. Suspension/Swaybars etc.
    -K
     
  4. dan1_721

    dan1_721 Guest

    My doors dont sag, everything opens and shuts right. Stillcreaky and rattly.
     
  5. 86GTMonkey

    86GTMonkey Well-Known Member

    Worn out springs, suspension mounts would be my guess.
     
  6. Rick89GTS

    Rick89GTS Well-Known Member Moderator Donated!

    Low speed turning, especially near full lock? Could be steering rack components or low fluid in PS pump. Easy check.
     
  7. Dman_23

    Dman_23 Guest

    Check the rubber stops for the hatch (if it is a hatchback). They are probably worn and hard as rock - you can spray them with silicone lube or replace them. You might also want to check the alignment of the latch for the hatch. It can be moved up and down on the car. If it's too far up or the bolts are a bit loose, the hatch can rattle and creak.
     
  8. eternalegacy

    eternalegacy Active Member

    mine sounds about the same
    sounds comes from my driver door
    ...which does not appear to sag

    symptoms: i forgot, i'll add to this later when i drive around
    tomorrow

    -edit-
    noise comes from the window
    ...guess it is my door sagging
     
  9. xjay777x

    xjay777x Member

    I have found that i have a creaking in my front end as well.

    i find it comes from the door, but im prety sure it doesnt sag, but i will check it out
     
  10. rev_head

    rev_head Well-Known Member Donated!

    doors sagging all the way
    mine have always shut and oped the same and i never noticed anything
    eversince i began assembling cars and realised how crucial it is getting the door alignment right i realised mine have sagged and rest on the hinges
    try opening them slowly trying not to bare any waight with your hand and also gently pusing the door closed. if it is sagging that should reveal it also the windows dont sit to snug in there on 20 something year old rubbers so wouldnt be surprised if it was in that either
     

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