Suspension rattle

[bamdc2]

Every now and again when driving through town I get consistent rattle/squeak from what I think is coming from the rear suspention whenever I go over an uneven surface. Its definately a rattle and not a knocking/clunking and happens at town speeds (under 30mph). After a little driving it suddently dissapears but will eventually come back again.

 

From reading some posts I thought it might be compression arms (is that also the banana arm?) but the rattle does not go away when applying the brakes.

 

It almost sounds as though something is loose and squeaking but the noise does seem related to the bumps and suspension travel.

 

Along with the clicking axle (which needs greasing) its doing my head in!!

[scobie140]

Possibly the exhaust heat shield, they can rot at the mounts and this causes them to rattle

[cs2000]

Squeeks can be caused by the rear drop links so ive been informed. Mine do it, seemingly dependant on temperature on things like speed bumps and slightly uneven roads.

[NeilMH]

Based on what you have said so far I would also put my money on rear anti-roll bar drop links.

[bamdc2]

Sorry wasnt able to get online over weekend.

 

Thanks for replies, will check the obvious in case its heat shield. Although I think your right and that its likely drop links.

 

When they start to go is it unsafe to drive? Do I need to replace asap?

Edited July 29, 2013 by bamdc2