Just brought myself a 1998 fiesta 1.4 and found it has quite a loud knocking, particularly noticeable when I go over a bump in the road. Any ideas? I've checked wheel bearings and they seem fine. The knocking is almost certainly coming from the front of the car. Thanks for your help!
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1998 Fiesta 1.4 Knocking
Started by Frankie_A_, Feb 15 2013 06:35 PM
Fiesta mk4 mk3 1.4 ghia knocking rattle knock
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Posted 15 February 2013 - 06:35 PM
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Posted 16 February 2013 - 02:03 PM
No ideas yet? I jacked it up and removed the front wheels today to see if there was anything obviously loose and there isn't which is vaguely reassuring. I'll take it to the garage next week and see if they have any ideas, hopefully something I can fix myself.
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Posted 16 February 2013 - 03:22 PM
Try the anti-roll bar bushes.
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Posted 16 February 2013 - 04:50 PM
Drop links?
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Posted 17 February 2013 - 09:34 AM
Nice one, I'll check the anti roll bar bushes for any deterioration or excessive wear.
How do I go about checking the drop links? Just check for any play?
Thanks!
How do I go about checking the drop links? Just check for any play?
Thanks!
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Posted 17 February 2013 - 11:56 AM
Unbolt them and check for smooth movement in the ball joint. They may be seized so lots of WD40, heat and swearing 
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Posted 17 February 2013 - 12:57 PM
Ah right, I'll have a look at those, see if I can free them up a bit:)
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