Hi When I go over a bump or a speed bump I hear a clunking or knocking from the front. I think it comes from the steering column. It is more evident when you go over the speed bump with the steering wheel turned a little and this makes the van rock more to the sides and you hear the clunck more. Any TSBs for this, or anybody with similar experience. Tx
Tie rod ends or ball joins immediately come to mind.
Bet on it being the sway bar bushings. A common problem. They'll replace them under warrantee.
I already haver changed the sway bar links. It seem ssomething coming through the steering column. I think there is a TSB on steering but I don't know the details. Thanks again
Thank you all. Maxwpower, since you are with Chrysler, I need some advice. Next time I go for my regular service, there is no point going just for that unless it gets really loud, do I tell the service guy about the TSBs or will they get annoyed. MAybe just tell them about the problem and since they are a 5star dealership they will find it. What would you recommend Thanks again
If the dealer gets annoyed by your polite help, find another dealer or learn to be more tactful. Getting an oil change or other paid service at the same time won't hurt.
Don't confuse the link bushings and the sway bar cushions. The links are the first think the dealer is likely to go after, but the problem is often the cushions.
I've done cushions in every Chryco van I've owned for a similar thump and have never touched the links. Problem solved every time.
My 2 cents.
Bob
Hi Bob Where are these cushions located, are they some type of bushings. Did you change the cushions with better afteramarket ones. I hope the dealer knows about this, since I a m still under warranty. Thanks again
Hi Are the cushions part of the sway bar links or they are a seperate item Thanks
Are the cushions expensive. Should I go with an aftermarket one that might be better than OEM. Also, if I ever have to change the links, are there any better afteramarket one, that are greasable. Somebody I think mentioned MOOG made links. thanks again
Sorry for not answering sooner.
The cushions are not at all expensive from the dealer, but you can go aftermarket if you prefer.
Replacement takes about 30 minutes total and can be done right in your driveway.
Without lifting the vehicle, unbolt both straps and pop out the old cushions.
Pop in the new ones and bolt it back together.
Hope this helps.
Bob
Thanks Bob, one more these cushions I assume they are the bushings that hold the sway bar to the chassis Tx
That is correct. They are shapped like the letter D with a split so they can be put around the bar.
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