Offside front knocking sound

2009 CITROEN C2
50,000 MILES • 1.6L • 4 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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JBROWN524
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I have a loud knocking sound coming from the wheel area when going over any bump in the road. When bouncing my car with the bonnet up you can see the top end of the suspension moving up and down more than the car. I’m not sure if this is normal.
Jul 4, 2019 at 9:46 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Welcome to 2CarPros.

Is there anyway you could record what you see and upload it for me? You really shouldn't be seeing movement like you described.

Let me know.

Joe
Jul 4, 2019 at 8:15 PM
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JBROWN524
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Thanks Joe.

I hope this video is enough.
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Jul 5, 2019 at 5:35 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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It shouldn't be moving that much. Is the mount on top of the strut tower still attached to the car? If it is, then suspect the strut plate.

Let me know.

Joe
Jul 5, 2019 at 5:11 PM
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JBROWN524
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Yeah it looks like it’s still attached.
If it is the strut plate, would it be safe to drive?

Thanks
Jul 6, 2019 at 2:27 AM
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Welcome back:

If it's the plate, it should be okay, but I have to be honest, it looks bad. You should have it inspected by a tech. Not being there, I'm at a disadvantage. I hope you understand.

Let me know if you have other questions or need help.

Take care,

Joe
Jul 6, 2019 at 6:31 PM
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JBROWN524
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Your help is appreciated.

Thanks a lot
Jul 7, 2019 at 2:04 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Welcome back:

You are very welcome. Let me know if you have other questions.

Take care,
Joe
Jul 7, 2019 at 7:04 PM
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