Why does my Ford Taurus make a thump noise?

They haven’t been able to fix the problem. The thump noise continued after the last visit, this time they replaced the right side upper strut bushing and it was fixed, this is the first time that I like my car ride since I bought it. Rear Sway bar bushing (inside ones )came loose and caused a thump/rattle in the rear.

Why does my car make a clicking sound when I start the engine?

When the strut housing becomes dented, the strut shock will pop in and out of the strut tube. Step 2: Start the engine. Turn the wheels from lock to lock going from right to left. This will check to see if the bearing plates will make a clicking or popping noise while the vehicle is stationary.

What to do about a Ford Taurus steering problem?

Noise in steering system still present. Steering rack replaced. Front wheel hubs/bearings replaced. Teflon washers installed on half-shafts (per Ford TSB). Steering rack programmed/calibrated (not done by previous dealership). Steering issues resolved. Tick noise when turning steering wheel side to side.

What causes tick noise when turning steering wheel?

Tick noise when turning steering wheel side to side. Dealer performed a washer TSB that did not correct issue. Located noise in the bearings and replaced both front hubs. Noise is now gone.

Why does my Ford Taurus make a clicking noise?

Be the first! Read reviews of repair shops in your area. Enter your zip code: I paid $165 for parts and labor to fix the problem of AC temp (right side warm vs left side cold). Still have a problem with switching from AC to heater. Still get clicking noise from worn gear teeth on vent that controls AC vs Heater.

Why is the actuator on my Ford Taurus not working?

It is a VERY POOR DESIGN and a SAFETY ISSUE (when the cheap plastic gears strip and you can’t get air to the defrost vents). You can actually take the actuator apart once you get it out (which is a real bear…) (the two halves that hold the plastic gears just “snap” together – very cheap design).

What kind of suspension problems does Ford Taurus have?

288-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD Car had clunking noise if front, dealer found inner tie rod end bad; replaced and realigned car under warranty 288-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD front tire wear. and clunk from right front. dealer replaced sway bar end link and right front strut

Why is my Ford Taurus rear shock leaking?

During a routine tire rotation the dealer noticed that the driver’s side rear shock was leaking. The dealership ordered a new shock The left rear shock was leaking. The dealership ordered and installed the new left rear shock

Why does my engine make a dull knocking noise?

Damaged or worn main bearing noise is revealed by dull thuds or knocks which happen on every engine revolution. This noise is loudest when the engine is under heavy load. Excessive crankshaft end play is indicated by an intermittent rap or knock sharper than a worn main bearing. The following are causes of main bearing noise:

Why does my Ford Taurus make a thump noise?