Front struts or ball joints squeaking?

1994 CHEVROLET CAPRICE
285,000 MILES • 4.3L • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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CHEVYCED
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While riding down the street, I constantly hear a squeaky noise in the front of the especially on ruff roads? Where is it coming from?
Jan 1, 2021 at 9:28 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Good morning,

I attached a diagram of the front suspension for you.

You have shocks, not struts for this model.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/replace-shock-absorber

I would have someone check the suspension for you but the bushings I circled are common for wearing out and causing the noise.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/lower-control-arm-bushing-replacement

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/upper-control-arm-replacement

Roy
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