Q: My 2009 GMC Sierra is making a clunking noise in the rear end. It happens when the truck is in Drive, but while I am applying the
There is a clunking noise in the rear end of the vehicle when I turn the wheel either direction. The noise is the worst when the truck is in park, with the brakes applied.
My car has 94560 miles.
It is possible that you could have a loose leaf spring shackle causing this noise. If the truck does not have leaf springs on the axle does possible that it has an arm that acts as a control arm that could have a bad bushing. I would recommend having the rear axle inspected by a qualified professional to determine the exact cause of this issue. Consider YourMechanic as this can be done at your house or job.
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