1997 Chevy Cavalier Knocking noise

1997 CHEVROLET CAVALIER
12,400 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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BARCAR
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When I put the car in gear, there is a knocking noise coming from the front right tire area. Doesn't do it when it downshifts or upshifts, just when put in gear. What could it be?
Sep 25, 2010 at 8:43 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Are you refering to the passanger side or driver's side?
Sep 25, 2010 at 4:37 PM
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BARCAR
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passenger's side
Sep 26, 2010 at 12:48 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Does it do it when the car is not moving? Have you checked motor mounts? Is it one knock or many? Have you checked the CV joint?
Sep 27, 2010 at 12:26 AM
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BARCAR
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Car has stopped knocking. Mechanic checked CV joints and motor mounts. A rock did fall out of somewhere during inspection. Thanks.
Sep 28, 2010 at 12:33 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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That is an easy fix. I'm glad you found it.

Let us know if you have questions in the future.

Joe
Oct 1, 2010 at 3:37 AM
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