David Hodson. I was just asking if your theory about the brakes would also apply to drums as well as discs. I hear speaking annoying noise? The 2016 Ford Mustang has 6 NHTSA complaints for the suspension at 26,278 miles average. 05/24/2010 by The 2004 Ford Explorer has 5 problems reported for suspension squeaks. I had this issue too. I have a video of it but I don't know how to post it here. Try reporting this to your nearest Ford dealer. It was caused by the material between the rear windows and the chassi. Mines the rear side passenger when going over speed bumps. ... It’s also possible to have 4WD in the Focus hatch, with a bit of rear-floor re-shaping. rear lower shock mounting bolts needs to be checked for sealing and torquing for correct specs and replace, if necessary and knuckle mounting threads cleaned, if there is con ( nhtsa item number - 10052209 ) sent from autoguide.com free app Model 2012-2013 focus, escape. So if the silent recall is out there, they will fix it if you complain. Ive got a 5door 2000 1.8zetec with 51000 miles on the clock. When I changed out my suspension I had to replace one of the knuckles as well. 05/17/2010 by I have no answer. David Hodson. I love my raptor, but we need to let ford know of any issues . No problem in higher temperatures. but do not want everyone with a Focus to show up for a fix. Didn't even have to remove the bolts. © 2021 iFixit — Licensed under Creative Commons — Privacy — I bleed ford blue. I'll give that a try this weekend. I was going to post this as an answer and accept it, but the answer I accepted is close enough, because it probably just needs to be greased. 2013 Ford Escape Suspension Service Bulletin 353220 I've pretty much just learned to live with it, but thanks for the tip. I checked both sides. David Hodson, it is your brakes does it go away after driving awhile. I want a better ford. I brought it to the dealer and they said that they cleaned the brakes and suspension and that it all looks ok and said it may be the road salt. If it's the pads down to metal, it will be a grinding noise, and you will most likely have to replace the rear disk. They have so far replaced the steering column, sway bar end links, tie rod ends and front brakes and rotors. JavaScript is disabled. Quality is job one needs to come back to ford. I went in and put rubber padding at the spare, removed and reinstalled the inside of the hatch, pulled of and reset my RSW, end links and a whole littany of other parts. So greasing the bushings and whatnot didn't end up solving the creak after all. I noticed recently it makes a weird creaking type noise when going over speed humps mainly. Creaking from rear suspension DISCLAIMER: fordownersclub.com is an independent Ford forum for owners of Ford vehicles. Average repair cost is $340 at 47,400 miles. I even jacked up the left rear and used PB Blaster on every bolt and bushing I could find, to no avail. We’re the premiere Ford Focus ST forum with discussions on the 2013+ Focus ST. Join the community and see the latest news, photos, videos, classifieds, reviews, events and more! My local dealership replaced the rear sway bar end bushings but the noise came back after two days. In addition, if your bolts are loose and causing the creaking on suspension parts, you will be well to go around and tighten them. There is a rubber gromet about 3" long with ribs. My '15 ST is having the exact same issue. This database includes information received by NHTSA from consumers either directly or as recorded by the Vehicle Safety Hotline. I also put some of the chain lube at the top and bottom of the springs where the coils rub. No big deal to put it back on, just back up a few time and apply the brakes to adjust the shoes back again. pull on the cable to move the cable a little bit through the loop and check the cable, it WILL be worn down to the metal. Check the brake cabels going thru the rear angeled bracket that ties into the wheel assembly. I have had this problem off and on for as long as I can remember. I'll take a look at that. 1wbrockstar2004 Worn struts/shocks, defective bushings or suspension components with grease fittings that are overdue for lubrication can all cause squeaks. ... We’re the premiere Ford Focus ST forum with discussions on the 2013+ Focus ST. Suspension; Summary: Ford: when driving over bumps or making low speed turns, some vehicles may experience some noises from front suspension, like creaking or crunching type. The high performance electronics repair kit. I want a better product from ford. (right hand drive). I've got a Clio, got same bloody noise, undo ur top shock mounts rear, compress shocks by hand, swing em out, take of all top parts, smother in grease, and refit. Brakes will when you're rolling. Also, check out all the connections to your rear sway/torsion bar. Thanks! If not sure PM me with your phone number and I will walk you through it. Check your brake wear indicators and brake pads They make a racket when the rub against the rear disks. Made the dealer do it.. lol sorry no details beyond them having it for a few days to track it down. Any suggestions what it might be? Hi all, I was wandering if anyone could help me with my ford focus. If you find a rusted one rubbing on a bushing, remove it, clean it and coat it with anit-seize lubricant before putting it back together. Hi , Ford Focus 1600 Ghia purchased April 2005 Had this niggle last winter and now its back again. Just in front of the rear tire front leaf spring connection the rear brake cable passes through a round metal loop. I'm hoping that it's just the rear shock mount as stated above. I have a 2007 Ford Focus with an annoying squeak in the rear upon entering and exiting the car but ONLY when the parking brake is applied. I tried jst about everything. Put the 3M anti-squeak tap over the arm, as a barrier between it and the rubber gromet. I have this issue with my Ford Escape, but it only does it when it is raining., and only then after the exhaust system has warmed up. The noise is extremely loud when I am jacking any corner of the car. The cable needs to be looked at for wear. Oh, I know how to take them off, and the Focus doesn't have that sprocket, thankfully. Anyone I"ve spoken to with a Focus seams to have the same problem. Had a Mk2 Mondeo that had a squeaky rear, drove me mad (quite literally) eventually got really loud and I ended up stripping out the entire rear, parcel shelf, seat, plastic trims, wheel and tools, still there, this time louder. If they are down to metal it will be noisy all the time, but not when you are stopped and jack it up. If you turn that one way or the other, it will loosen the shoes for you to remove the drum. I can hear it from inside at all speeds whenever I go over any kind of bump, or even just driving through a parking garage. I know they look at forums, they made changes to the focus rs because of forum members. I just changed the coil springs about a month ago. We both came to the same conclusion: Do'nt worry about a rattling ford. Hi, Our 2009 1.6 Zetec tdci fiesta also has this creaking suspension problem, it's been back to the garage twice and they say they can't find any reason for it, I must say that for us it always seems to be in cold weather that you can hear it, when it's a … Also, grease any fittings you can find. I was told just yesterday that it can be heard from the outside as well, so of course this raises my concern even more. My 2004 Ford falcon has a bad moaning/creaking sound come from the front left of the car when going over small bumps or breaking what could this be? See our lemon odds and nada odds page to see vehicles with no repairs or vehicles with more than three repairs. There is also a 3M's teflon spray that can be used which is not supposed to attract dirt that might work well. Not sure if I believe it. The problem disappeared after this. I hope it's my car seat, I have the same issue at the rear of my fiesta passenger side. Car problem(s) with the 2010 FORD FOCUS. Do not use solvent like WD-40 or PB Blaster as those are penetrants and will take lube away. Noticeable creaking sounds from either suspension or steering, only heard at speeds below 25mph and also when temp is below approx 7c. A little white lithium grease ended my nightmare. If it's the indicators, it will be a loud annoying metal on metal squeal. take a couple of tie wraps made of plastic and secure the lines tightly against the metal loop. 2013 ST3 White: totally stock except for that wall of replaced OE parts sitting in my garage. It's a little bit of a hassle. im going to WD-40 mine tonight to make it stop. 01/25/2012 by I have a creaking sound coming from the left-rear of my Focus. @mikola-st. Model 2012-2013 focus, escape. FORD FOCUS Focus Rear Camber Arm Steeda Special If you have lowered your focus camber bolts may not be enough to get your rear camber back in check. In my travels I have rented other 2007 Ford Focus' and they too all make this e-uh type noise. ford: when going over bumps in road, a clunking noise is heard. Yes you can pull the drum off, there should be a toothy sprocket adjustment behind the wheel. This seems to be an on going issue with many Ford models. I think I remember hearing something like this on FocusFanatics.com. My father in law even started with the famous T-Ford. any ideas I think shocks or springs. It's shaped like the letter A. Ten things you need to know about the new Ford Focus. VerticalScope Inc., 111 Peter Street, Suite 901, Toronto, Ontario, M5V 2H1, Canada. @davidhodson. After chasing everything from headliner to seat anchors, I found the metal rings in the right middle row seat (only visible when the seat was partially folded) to be the culprit. 06/06/2016 by If you compare the passenger rear parking brake cable with the drivers side you will see they routed the cable differently on the passenger side. It sits directly on (I believe) the arm to the suspension (flat bar) It rests upon that arm as opposed to the drivers side. Hi all, I have a 2016 Focus Zetec 1.0 Ecoboost (125) that I bought second hand from Motorpoint in October, its now about 8 months old. 2003 Ford Expedition - Creaking noise in rear suspension ... 2000 Ford Focus. I have rear drum brakes, should I still look at those? Ford Focus Suspension Problems. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Clean the arm with alcohol first. some electrical tape around the cable kept the metal from coming in contact and fixed the problem. Summary: Ford: when driving over bumps or making low speed turns, some vehicles may experience some noises from front suspension, like creaking or crunching type. David Hodson The video was more of a creaky sound than what I was referencing to. I now find I have a big buildup of soot on the outside of the muffler. We'll see if it actually goes away. Its had a full service last month, new brake pads at the front and brand new tyres. Are there any other possible reasons behind this obnoxious creaking sound ?! I just replaced my shocks, and in doing so, found out that what is likely making the noise is the upper shock mount, which is located inside the trunk. Creaking front suspension - Sway bar end links cure. Check your rear shock mounts. You will need to get a hose under there every few month when the dirt builds up. I went to a car glass firm and they cut the window out and removed the old "fastener" and attached the window with new. David Hodson, Try to flip down the rear seats and if the noise is gone grease the metal rings were the seat snaps in :-). I had almost 10 different fords during my life. I have a 2007 ford focus, squeak coming from rear of car, almost sounds like inside, I have determined that it is coming from the Rear trailing arm front bushing. Mine was a little worn and all I did was twist it and sprayed some silcone lube on it and noise went away. If enough people have complained, they may have put out a silent recall. I know it's not exhaust but it's coming from the passenger rear. Stuart Lilley. Ford tested these trucks to perform. also seems to be lower at the back incomparison to identical cars that seem higher up. I have a 2015 Kia Optima and it's making a creaking noise to the rear right wheel. This explains why the noise almost sounds like it's coming from inside. this is what makes the noise. Its a very loud creaking noise that sounds like it's coming from the inside, particularly from the rear as if it has something to do with the right back wheel. Rear suspension in a 98 ford expedition looking to replace rear upper control arm, and cant seem to locate any rear suspension parts, only fronts with ball joints etc The club is not part of Ford nor affiliated with or endorsed by Ford in any way. Markus Degerlund. Average failure mileage is 35,450 miles. if you grab the the brake line going through the metal loop it will move around and make a noise. Check your brake wear indicators and brake pads They make a racket when the rub against the rear disks. Accessibility. David Hodson. Creaking from rear suspension. It could be an exhaust connection somewhere as well. Ford Focus II (2004 - 2007) - 2005 1.6 Cold weather creaking noise. If it's the pads down to metal, it will be a grinding noise, and you will most likely have to replace the rear disk.... - 2005-2007 Ford Focus I do not have any photos and do not expect to pop the rear wheel soon. They want to keep people happy. I have a 2004 chrylser sebring and it's doing the same thing it's creaks when driving and makes a crunching noise when over a speed bump. My 2017 Ford explorer had a "rattle" like sound which was driving me nuts. could be wheel bearing worn, check ABS senser or ABS ring. I have a 2005 focus estate makes creaking noise no matter where you go. To see how frequently Ford Focus problems occur, check out our car reliability stats. I agree with the video and lower control arm. Suspension Problem on the 2010 FORD FOCUS. Do both sides!! Was about to put it down to an anti roll bar or suspension link as it was far worse over bumps and stuff. If they look ok, the problem might be a worn out rubber bushing somewhere in the rear suspension. If it's the indicators, it will be a loud annoying metal on metal squeal. I solved my squeak copper grease on the damper bush in side the car and electrical tape on the handbrake cable with a bit of copper grease on it this is the saviour lol no more nail biting due to that bloody squeak lol try it fellas it works, did you check the coil springs and anything where they have contact to, sometimes the are only creaking - but sometimes they are broken. Terms — I have a 2008 Ford Focus SE and it is making the same noise. I have a 2011 fiesta 1.4 Zetec model, and I have the same problem. This information may be … I had the same issue in my Mazda 6 MPS. 07/07/2011 by Jeff you are right about the origin of the noise. 2007 Focus stock I have a 2007 focus which now has 17,000 miles on it and I have had in the dealer 4 or 5 times for a clunking, creaking, popping noise that mainly happens when I turn the steering wheel left or right. a quick video of the key points when replacing the rear trailing arm bushes on a ford focus. Made the noise before, and it is still making the noise after. They need to hear about this. Any ideas. Doesn't seem like there is a definitive answer to what or why this is happening. ... including the rear suspension. 05/13/2010 by The 2016 Ford Escape has 3 problems reported for squeaking suspension. Energy Suspension rear sway bar bushings and endlink bushings Steeda front end links ... Annoying creaking sound is gone. Thank you! PB makes a spray can white lithium grease that I just sprayed on every bolt and bushing I could see, and now the noise is gone. My car doesn't have ABS, anything else I could check? 06/17/2015 by FORD FOCUS How-To ST Suspension Rear Sway Bar on EdgeAutosports Focus ST Weve been wanting to do this for a while and with some bad weather the other day we were finally able to stop driving the car long enough to install the ST suspension rear Sway Bar on our focus ST. Below is the a detailed How-To for those of you who are looking to do this yourself. Sure, any metal on metal will make constant noise.
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