What is the problem when the front wheels of a car make a creaking sound?
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Possible causes: 1. The shock absorber itself is leaking oil or bent, etc., and can be directly replaced. 2. The shock absorber pressure bearing is aged or abnormally worn, and can be directly replaced or lubricated. 3. The shock absorber spring is deformed and can be directly replaced. 4. It could also be the wheel bearing making noise, which can be directly replaced. Methods to check shock absorber faults: 1. First, look: check if the shock absorber is leaking oil. Look directly at the shock absorber housing or dust cover when it's not raining or the car hasn't been washed. It's very intuitive and can be seen at a glance. 2. Also, listen: when driving at low speed, there is a dull sound when the wheels pass over bumps or slight vibrations on the road. The abnormal sound of the shock absorber is different from other chassis noises, it's very muffled. If it's the front shock absorber, there will also be obvious vibration felt on the steering wheel.
I've driven many cars before, and squeaking noises from the front wheels are usually caused by issues in the suspension system or brake components. Aging shock absorbers or loose stabilizer bar connections can easily produce sounds on bumpy roads, sometimes due to increased friction from cracked rubber bushings. I've encountered this several times, especially in older vehicles with high mileage. These noises are not minor issues as they can affect steering control, and delaying repairs may lead to accidents. I recommend taking the car to a repair shop as soon as possible to check components like ball joints and tie rods, which may need lubrication or replacement after years of wear. It's also good to inspect the tires to ensure no foreign objects are stuck. Driving safety comes first—don't wait until the problem worsens before addressing it.
