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Old Mar 12, 2006 | 08:08 AM
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I've got a slight noise from my left tire front area that sounds like a small piece of metal 'jingling'. Can't see anything unusual at the shock but it just doesn't 'feel' right. Don't remember hitting anything unusual. How does one tell if the shock is bad?

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Old Mar 12, 2006 | 08:29 AM
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I've never seen a bad shock jingle. More likely there is loose suspension harware or accessory. Check that the bottom clip for the lower trim panel is tight. This panel is removed when the battery is changed.
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Old Mar 12, 2006 | 08:39 AM
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I would also check for a loose or broken sway bar end link.
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Old Mar 12, 2006 | 09:14 AM
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Could it be the brake caliper? Step on the brake (lightly) to see if the noise stops.
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