Squeaking noise when rocked

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bull77
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Squeaking noise when rocked

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see video:http://youtu.be/12QVWcDmuXUIs this a engine mount or another mount that is worn? Should I be concerned and get this fixed asap?
bull77
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35 views and no comments? Has no one seen or heard this before on a Vibe or any other car?I can't be that special
micbarric
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Re: Squeaking noise when rocked (bull77)

Post by micbarric »

Mine makes that noise also. It only happens after the car has been driven, and goes away after it cools off.It has done it for years and the noise hasn't gotten any worse, so it's probably nothing serious (I hope).
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bull77
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Post by bull77 »

same here -- its been over a year since it started, seems to happen more when it's damp out. Just curious since I also developed a thunk on the front passenger side when driving over bumps/turning. I have new Tokico struts already bought to replace my original struts -- just waiting for the snow to melt
djkeev
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Re: (bull77)

Post by djkeev »

Thump could be.... ball joint, tire rod end, worn control arm bushings, worn sway bar mounts, worn shock or upper strut bearing assembly.I didn't listen to your squeal though.Dave
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cq358
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bushing noise.Spray each bushing with Silicone /wd40 Start with control arm bushing and then to your stabilizer bar bushingsand tell us the finding.
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sideshowalan
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Post by sideshowalan »

Agreed on the bushings, most likely front sway bar. Hit them with a silicone spray, move the bar back and forth a little bit if possible to spread it around. The end links also each have 2 bushings on them, check these for obvious rips or damage.They're inexpensive/easy to replace too. Control arm bushings not so much.
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2008 Toyota Sienna XLE
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