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asked by on February 14, 2018

Hey, so on my Corolla whenever I got through like a bump there is a click sound from the front. What can be it? Is it something from factory or something else is not working?

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A likely cause is a loose or worn suspension component. There are other possibilities but if you were to request a diagnostic that is where the investigation would begin. As far as whether the noise represents a normal characteristic of the vehicle, the answer is "no". If you desire a speedy resolution, please request a vehicle noise diagnostic and the responding certified mechanic will definitely find the origin of the noise and explain in detail any required repair. If you have further questions or concerns, do not hesitate to re-contact YourMechanic as we are always here to help you.

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