Car knocking while driving

1997 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE
4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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JIBS
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why does my 1997 eclipse have a knocking sound underneath when moving?
My eclipse accelerates itself when put in neutal, why?
Jul 16, 2011 at 7:58 PM
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KHLOW2008
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The knocking noise could be anything from bad suspension bushes/links to drivetrain faults and you need to verify the source.

The surging could be due to a faulty IAC or lack of coolant affecting the idling system.
Jul 16, 2011 at 8:49 PM
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