What is the reason for the clunking sound when reversing a BMW X3?

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VanOscar
07/29/25 11:46am
The reasons for the clunking sound when reversing a BMW X3 are: 1. There is a gap between the steering knuckle and the bearing; 2. The brake pads are damaged; 3. The ball joint or control arm of the chassis is damaged. Taking the 2021 BMW X3 as an example, it is a mid-size SUV with body dimensions of: length 4717mm, width 1891mm, height 1689mm, wheelbase 2864mm, and a body weight of 1860kg. The 2021 BMW X3 has a front suspension of double-joint spring strut front axle and a rear suspension of multi-link independent suspension. It is equipped with a 2.0T turbocharged engine, with a maximum horsepower of 184PS, maximum torque of 290Nm, maximum power of 135kW, and is paired with an 8-speed automatic manual transmission.
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