Rattling or popping noise from the back

Tiny
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Whenever I hit a bump I have a rattling or popping noise from the back and under the driver side seat. I was told that it could be a tie rod end. I'm just wondering if it could be a tie rod end.

I was told that it could be a tie rod end or rear axle shaft bearing. Its only when I hit bumps, and usually makes the noise when the wheels fall into a pot hole or bump and come out.
Wednesday, December 21st, 2011 AT 2:57 AM

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Tiny
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The noise is in the rear?If so why would it be the tie rods I really doubt you have four wheel steering on that. Have you checked the shocks etc on that?
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Wednesday, December 21st, 2011 AT 3:01 AM
Tiny
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It's mostly up front but every once in a while I hear it in the back
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Wednesday, December 21st, 2011 AT 3:03 AM
Tiny
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Then you have two different noises one in the front and one in the back. Your going to have to check everything ball joints tie rods shocks bearings center link etc.
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Wednesday, December 21st, 2011 AT 3:08 AM

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