2003 Ford Taurus Engine spudder sound when first started

2003 FORD TAURUS
95,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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JARRODG
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When the car is started it sounds like it's spuddering...almost as if it is struggling to start. The engine does not sound that smooth, small clicking, not loud, but it is there...what could this be?

Also, when the car is being steered to the left or the right there are clicks, this also happens going over speed bumps, is this the struts?

Thanks.
Oct 29, 2008 at 10:12 AM
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BMRFIXIT
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Check it for tune up
Check oil
For the noise check ball joints and front end
Suspect stabilizer links
Oct 29, 2008 at 10:20 AM
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