Theres a rattle and a grind in the right front.

Tiny
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In the right front there is a big rattle even when I hit the smallest bumps, also when I reverse to the left I can hear a metal on metal grinding.
Tuesday, September 13th, 2011 AT 7:50 PM

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Tiny
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Start by inspecting the brakes. If a front pad is loose, the rattle will stop when you apply a little pressure to the brake pedal.
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Tuesday, September 13th, 2011 AT 11:05 PM
Tiny
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But even when im on the brakes it still rattles.
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Tuesday, September 13th, 2011 AT 11:10 PM
Tiny
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You didn't mention that previously. The next thing to look at is steering and suspension parts. An inspection at a tire and alignment shop is in order. They'll look at ball joints, tie rod ends, struts, and especially anti-sway bar links and bushings. They can also "read" the tire wear to find clues to worn parts that affect the alignment.
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Tuesday, September 13th, 2011 AT 11:19 PM

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