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Jul 22, 2004 | 12:31 PM

breabob

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suspension squeak?

I have a squeak in my 6spd C5. Once I drive it for a couple of miles it appears. It sounds like it might be in the right rear but I am not positive. Any tips?

Jul 22, 2004 | 04:30 PM

leaftye

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Please elaborate on your problem.

Here are a couple questions with possible problem areas for you to consider:
Is it speed or rpm sensitive? <-- hubs/e-brake/calipers

Does it change when you engage the brakes? <-- calipers

Does it change in intensity or frequency when you corner left or right, brake, or accelerate? <-- hubs

Is it constant with no breaks, or does it pulse? <-- hubs/e-brake/calipers

Have you noticed a difference on hot or cold days? <-- hubs/e-brake

Has your rear discs been taken off for service lately? <-- e-brake/calipers

Eugene

Jul 22, 2004 | 05:29 PM

Donnymac

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Have a simmilar squeak in the rear. Only occurs over small bumps with speed over 20mph.

Open to ideas........

Jul 27, 2004 | 04:25 PM

breabob

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It Does It Over Bumps While Driving Down The Roadover 20 Mph. Where Would Be Good Places To Spray It?

Jul 27, 2004 | 06:16 PM

Z11409

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Originally Posted by breabob

I have a squeak in my 6spd C5. Once I drive it for a couple of miles it appears. It sounds like it might be in the right rear but I am not positive. Any tips?

Lubricate both front and rear sway bar insulators.Check that all shocks are tight on the top end.Then start lubricating the rear suspension grommets.

Jul 28, 2004 | 02:14 AM

leaftye

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From: San Diego, CA "leaf" "tee" "e"

Might as well get a washer and shim the sway bar bracket. Those things are way too tight, but the shims will still allow you to torque them down properly.