A thump at the end of braking

2008 SUBARU LEGACY
48,000 MILES
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CELTICMOM2
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Hi! What would cause my 2008 Subaru Legacy Limited to "thump" at the end of braking? Thanks!
Aug 18, 2011 at 10:09 PM
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CARADIODOC
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Ball joint, brake caliper, upper strut mount. It really needs to be inspected at a tire and alignment shop. If they can't find it, a tool that will help is called the "Chassis Ear". It's a set of six microphones, a switch box, and head phones. You clip the microphones to suspect parts, then listen and switch between them while driving. Be aware many mechanics have never seen or even heard of this tool, but most new car dealers have them. You might be able to borrow one from an auto parts store that rents or borrows tools.
Aug 18, 2011 at 10:21 PM
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