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Front suspension chirp

Discussion in 'E46 (1999-2006)' started by alvocado, Aug 20, 2009.

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    alvocado

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    I've been trying to track down a front suspension chirp for almost 12 mos. with no luck. I have a 2002 330cic with 70k miles. I changed the LCAs and bushings with Meyle HD about 10k miles ago and installed new sway bar end links about 5k miles ago. When going over sharp bumps (road cracks, etc.), I hear a fast chrip sound. It happens when the suspension is quickly activated and does not occur over gradual bumps. The chirp noise will come from either side. Could this be pad movement in the brakes, sway bar bushings, faulty end links? Ride and handling has not been affected but the noise is really annoying, especially during summer with the top down.

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