2001 Toyota Avalon Very Loud Creaking Noise Comming Rear Suspension Appears

2001 TOYOTA AVALON

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BOBSTORMS

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I have a very loud creaking noise comming from the rear suspension (Appears to be more on the left rear) when I travel slowly over a speed bump. It is also evident simply travelling along and hitting a small hollow in the road.
About 8-9 mths ago I had the rear tie rod bushes replaced.

I've had a look under the car but can't see anything obvious.
I'm guessing it may be one or both shock absorber struts.

Dec 18, 2012 at 2:43 AM

JACOBANDNICKOLAS

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Chances are it is one of the rubber bushings again. You can spray them with something like WD40 to see if that is the problem.

Dec 18, 2012 at 2:44 AM

BOBSTORMS

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Thankyou very much for your prompt answer. I'll give the WD40 a go and let you know.

Dec 18, 2012 at 3:50 AM

JACOBANDNICKOLAS

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Sounds good

Dec 18, 2012 at 3:57 AM

BOBSTORMS

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Thanks guys. Amazing what some WD40 will do. Not a murmer to be heard from the rear end.
Much obliged for your suggestion.
Bob.

Dec 28, 2012 at 9:34 AM

JACOBANDNICKOLAS

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Bob:
Glad it helped. Let us know if you have questions in the future.

Dec 29, 2012 at 3:03 AM

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