2004 Saturn Ion Repair Question
Asked on May 24, 2012
The car has been making a clunking sound when going over bumps & turning...more noticeable when cold or wet weather.
I have had the struts/cv joint checked. I am being told that the Steering Assist could be the problem (told by Firestone). The dealer has agreed to change the part, but cautions may not clear problem. Is this true?
Asked by jmasaturnAnswer
Replied on May 24, 2012
The most common reason for that to happen is from bad sway bar bracket bushings theres even a bulletin for it.I have replaced tons of them for that reason.Also whats the last 8 digits of your vin?The 2003 and early built 04 ions need the sway bar brackets changed with the bushings.So when they say steering assit are they talking about the steering motor?Also do you have the quad coupe or sedan?
Replied on June 8, 2012
The dealer said it was catalytic converter, fortunately still under warranty. The car was good for a few days, now hearing the clunking noise again, not as bad as before. They also replaced the steering assist motor. I drive the ION-3 Quad Coupe. 4Z156112
Replied on June 8, 2012
If your not moving and rock the steering wheel left to right can you hear the noise?