Front end noise

Asked by Mark Dec 29, 2018 at 02:28 AM about the 2002 Toyota Avalon XLS

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

I have occasional crunching or popping
noise coming from the front end with my
Avalon do I replace CV boots or struts any
suggestions maybe an upgrade to a better
suspension?

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Hornet_2497 answered 5 years ago

If it crunches and snaps more so on sharp turns, that would be the CV joints are worn out. You might also have the wheel bearings checked for looseness/wear on this older car, especially if the mileage is above say 150K. If all that checks out, then look at the struts....turn the wheel while it's up on the hoist checking wheel bearings.

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