Clunking sound, rear suspension 88 5kq

[David]

I have the same problem with my FWD Coupe GT. It gets worse if there is any weight in the trunk or passengers in the rear seat. Wond what (if anything) the 2 cars would have in common?

Dave
1987 CGT 2.3
SE VA

> 
> From: SJ <syljay at optonline.net>
> Date: 2005/11/16 Wed PM 05:23:24 EST
> To: quattro at audifans.com
> Subject: Clunking sound, rear suspension 88 5kq
> 
> Patient: 1988 5KQ
> Problem: clunking sound coming from passenger side rear on bumps.
> 
> I suspect the trapezoid arm bushings are worn out.
> Which bushing is the main culprit for the clunking sound?
> 
> I have a picture of the rear suspension with part numbers posted at:
> http://www.geocities.com/syljay46/audi/88-5kq_Rear_Suspension_Entire.gif
> 
> My part guy is a bit confused about the bushings.
> I need someone to verify that the bushing part numbers in the picture are
> correct.
> 
> Thanks
> 
> SJ
> 85 Dodge PU, D-250, 318, auto
> 85 Audi 4k - - sold but still on the road
> 88 Audi 5kq
> 90 Audi 100q
> 
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