200T Suspension Problems

["Gorman, Ken (PA62)" <Ken.Gorman@ftw1.honeywell.com>]

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Problem: 1990 Audi 200 - Clunking noise near or around driver's side
front wheel when hitting bumps.  Clunking is more noticeable when
turning left (essentially unweighting the driver's side and compressing
the passenger side).  The clunking is evident going over bumps while
going straight.  The clunking is not heard while turning right (driver
side is weighted ).  The clunking noise sounds like something is loose.

Investigation:  Jacked the car up and visually inspected control arms,
tie rod ends, struts.  They "appear" ok.  I tried pulling on the tire to
see if it was loose.  It wouldn't move.  I'm not an expert in suspension
related components, so what may appear "OK" to me may not be.  

What else can I check - and what are the proper procedures for
diagnosing this noise.  

Thanks for any suggestions.

Regards,

Ken
Ken Gorman
Honeywell, Inc. - Industrial Automation and Control
1100 Virginia Drive - Mail Stop 105
Fort Washington, PA  19034
Phone (215) 641-3390    Fax (215) 641-3850
e-mail: Ken.Gorman@iac.honeywell.com