2002 Mercedes Benz C230 front end noise

Tiny
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  • 2002 MERCEDES BENZ C230
  • 6 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 83,000 MILES
After a recent heavy rain that left standing water in the road the fron of the car makes loud squeeky noises when going over bumps or just ridding down the road. The front tires now rub on the inner parts of the finder.

Is there a leveling system or something similar for this vehicle that may be not functioning. Is there a fuse or somthing that can be checked?
Saturday, July 5th, 2008 AT 2:50 PM

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Tiny
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The loud squeeking nosie you are hearing is more than likely worn thrust arm bushings. This is a very common problem for this vehicle. You can check this by looking under the vehicle. You will notice two large aluminum arms (thrust arms) going from the lower control arms at both front wheels to the front frame section of the car. You should notice cracking or leaking at the bushings located at the end of the thrust arms. These cracked bushings are the cause of the squeeking.
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Saturday, January 10th, 2009 AT 1:36 PM

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