Clunking and squeaking in front supinsions.

Tiny
BILLBOYGA
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  • 2002 FORD RANGER
  • 141,500 MILES
. My 2002 Ford Ranger 4x2 XLT with the 3.0 liter and 141,500 miles has a clunking in the right side front and a squeaking in the right side front supenisons or streeing.
Saturday, August 27th, 2011 AT 3:14 AM

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Tiny
CARADIODOC
  • MECHANIC
  • 33,858 POSTS
Ball joints are the most likely cause of these noises but control arm bushings can do that too. Have it inspected at a tire and alignment shop right away. Ford has way more than their share of steering and suspension parts that separate and cause a crash. Most other brands give you months of warning in the form of clunks and squeaks. Fords often give you only days or a few weeks warning.

If the ball joints need to be replaced, ask if some are available with grease fittings. That design lasts a lot longer and is more reliable, but you'll want to mention those grease fittings when you take it in for an oil change. Many mechanics don't look for them because they weren't used originally.
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Saturday, August 27th, 2011 AT 8:43 PM

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