How do I stop my front suspension from squeaking?

Your suspension is made up of two metal and one rubber pieces, so without proper lubrication you won’t have a quiet ride. If you have a suspension with grease fittings on the ball joints, sway bar end-links and steering links, best suggestion to stop the squeaks is to pump them all full of grease.

Why does my Mercedes suspension squeak?

With age and mileage, critical suspension components such as control arm bushings, thrust rods, tie rods, ball joints, sway bar links and wheel bearings begin to wear and loose their effectiveness. Signs of failure are common and are often accompanied with a “creaking” noise from the suspension.

Should you be worried about a squeaky suspension?

A squeaking sound could indicate a serious problem with your suspension. Squeaking or creaking noises from your suspension can be annoying but they could also be a sign that there’s a problem developing with your car.

Why does my Mercedes Benz W204 suspension make noise?

If the bushing has torn or ruptured, it is possible for the surrounding area to be wet with fluid. This is a clear sign of a bushing failure. Another area where owners have experienced suspension noise has been in the strut assemblies and springs. Surprisingly, these have been replaced quite regularly on the w204 models.

Why does my Mercedes C class suspension Squeak?

As previously mentioned with sway bar bushings, the rubber rear sway bar end link bushings can age and squeak. Lubricant can temporarily resolve the squealing, although it is recommended new end links be installed. Figure 6. Front end link with missing fastener.

Why does my front suspension make a creaking noise?

Similarly, if any suspension work or lowering springs have been installed on the car, the springs may not be seated in their perches properly and can make noise. This is especially the case on the front suspension, as the spring can get hung up or bind instead of rotating freely when trying to turn. The result is a creaking and groaning noise.

Why does my Mercedes C class make a noise when going over bumps?

Strut top mount with bearing inside. Springs: While not as common, a broken coil spring on the front or rear suspension can be a source of a creak or groan when going over bumps. These noises are often from the two pieces of spring binding and making contact as the spring compresses.