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

1999 BUICK LESABRE
100,000 MILES • 3.8L • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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AHARTLEY
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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.
May 2, 2023 at 8:02 AM
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STRAILER
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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.
May 3, 2023 at 3:04 AM
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AHARTLEY
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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.
May 10, 2023 at 8:42 AM
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STRAILER
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That can make a popping noise, I would replace the sub member bushings.
May 11, 2023 at 2:29 AM
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