Hi all,

My '06 is exhibiting a loud "POP" when the suspension flexes. It sounds like it's coming from where the control arms are. Ball Joint(s) maybe? Any way to check for wear so that I can identify which one? Could it be something else? I'd say maybe the axle but it's specifically with suspension flex (only).

Thoughts?
Thanks
Houm

 

Could be the ball joints, but the sway bar links a weak point prone to failure. Same with the tie-rods. If you think its the ball joints, jack the entire front end up, secure the vehicle well then deflate the bags. Lets you move stuff around a lot easier.

 

Thanks. I've had tie-rods wear out, but never this sound with them.

 

End links...I've had these fail before too. This sound is just a little different. I'll have it looked at, though, before I throw parts at it. Thank you!!

 

my pop was the sway bar link

 

...and don't think this is it.

 

...looks like it was indeed sway-bar related. I had the bushings and both end links changed out and it's right as rain.

 

Glad its sorted