2002 Dodge Caravan popping and grinding when turning or at

Tiny
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  • 2002 DODGE CARAVAN
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  • FWD
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  • 103,737 MILES
When I turn I can hear a popping and grinding noise from the front end and sometimes going down the road at a low speed. When I drive at a speed above 50 mph I don't hear the sound at all. The mechanic says everything is tight and sees nothing wrong. What could it be?
Friday, August 27th, 2010 AT 7:28 AM

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Tiny
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Check CV joints
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Friday, August 27th, 2010 AT 10:27 AM
Tiny
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I was told by a mechanic that the cv joints are fine. Someone told me that it may be the sway arm bushings. Is this possible?
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Saturday, August 28th, 2010 AT 3:30 PM
Tiny
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Could be also lower control arm bushings. Hear it more on a left or right turn?
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Saturday, August 28th, 2010 AT 3:36 PM
Tiny
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I hear it more when I take a right hand turn but it can also be heard sometimes whewn turning left or just going straight at very low speeds. You can sometimes feel it in the sterring wheel.
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Sunday, August 29th, 2010 AT 6:24 AM
Tiny
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Maybe u joint on intermideate shaft or rack see diagram


https://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/198357_Graphic_588.jpg


Also cradel mounts or stablizers


https://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/198357_Grafic_3_146.jpg

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Sunday, August 29th, 2010 AT 12:43 PM

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