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On turning, sometimes, I get a popping noise near the middle of the car?

Tiny
AHARTLEY
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  • 1999 BUICK LESABRE
  • 3.8L
  • 6 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 100,000 MILES
On turning, sometimes, I get a popping noise near the middle of the car on the center passenger side. It isn't a continual popping like a bad cv, just one pop.
Tuesday, May 2nd, 2023 AT 3:02 PM

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Tiny
KEN L
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It sounds like the exhaust system is loose, you have a broken hanger, and the muffler contacts the undercarriage in certain conditions. I would raise the car up to look underneath using a flashlight.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/jack-up-and-lift-your-car-safely

Can you please shoot a quick video with your phone so I can hear the noise? That way I can tell for sure what's going on. You can upload it here with your response.

This guide can help as well:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/diagnosing-and-fixing-popping-noises-in-your-automobile-a-step-by-step-guide

Please go over this guide and report back.
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Wednesday, May 3rd, 2023 AT 10:04 AM
Tiny
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No, I do not keep a cell phone. This car also is missing a washer on one of the front sub-frame bushings. Front left.
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Wednesday, May 10th, 2023 AT 3:42 PM
Tiny
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That can make a popping noise, I would replace the sub member bushings.
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Thursday, May 11th, 2023 AT 9:29 AM

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