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RE: 200T Suspension Problems
I have exactly the same problem on my 5K. No visible worn components in
the suspension. I replaced the strut mounts, which were starting to
detoriate - no help. I was trying to adjust the steering gear - no help.
I have less than 20K miles on new Sachs gas shocks. So I join Ken in the
plea for help - what can it be???
Aleksander Mierzwa
Warsaw, Poland
mailto:alex@matrix.com.pl
87 Audi 5000CS turbo (mine)
88 Renault Medallion wagon (mom's)
91 mountain bike (just in case both cars broke at the same time :-)
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Gorman, Ken (PA62) [SMTP:Ken.Gorman@ftw1.honeywell.com]
> Sent: Friday, October 03, 1997 12:58 PM
> To: 'quattro@coimbra.ans.net'
> Subject: 200T Suspension Problems
>
> List experts:
>
> 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