Need help identifying weird springy sound

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Jul 19, 2025 | 03:18 PM

NEM19

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Need help identifying weird springy sound

I'm having a weird sound coming from the center console area that I cannot figure out for the life of me. It only happens when I brake or accelerate aggressively. Car appears to drive normally. No drivability issues at all. 6 speed car if it helps.

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Jul 19, 2025 | 04:43 PM

mmartinez

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Most likely the torque tube drive shaft.

Jul 19, 2025 | 04:56 PM

NEM19

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Most likely the torque tube drive shaft.

What in the torque tube would cause that sound? Car is completely quiet when driving normally. No abnormal rattling coming from it. The spring sound is distinctive, and seems maybe tied to weight transfer

Jul 19, 2025 | 07:01 PM

mmartinez

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It's probably drivetrain related since it only happens under braking or aggressive acceleration, it's really just my best guess. The next thing to do is get it up on a lift and perform a inspection.

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Jul 21, 2025 | 10:33 AM

SideOfTheRoad

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Any chance it's the exhaust hanger springs rattling?

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