Popping noise in the front end

1999 DODGE DAKOTA
300,000 MILES • 5.2L • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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DANIELLE LOCATELLI
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I replaced the tie rod ends and ball joints and now it is making a pooping noise when I drive it that only stops when I put the brakes on.
Oct 14, 2018 at 10:31 AM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Good afternoon.

I would start with rechecking the work to be sure everything is tight and also lubricated. If they replaced all those parts, they require lubrication when completed.

Was the noise present prior to the repairs?

Roy

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/clicking-sound
Oct 14, 2018 at 12:48 PM
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DANIELLE LOCATELLI
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No it was not. I have lubed everything and double checked to make sure it is all tight. It only stops when I put the brakes on.
Oct 14, 2018 at 11:49 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Check all your brake related parts such as the calipers and the caliper mounts. Make sure they are tight and not moving around.

It does sound like it is brake related from the repairs.

Roy

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-front-brake-pads-and-rotors-fwd
Oct 15, 2018 at 2:26 AM