GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Struts or Shock Absorbers Noisy Front

Checks

Action

Loose mounting fasteners

Check all mounting bolt and nut torques. Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications in Front Suspension or Fastener Tightening Specifications in Rear Suspension.

Broken mounts

Replace the shock absorber. Refer to Shock Absorber Replacement in Front Suspension or Shock Absorber Replacement in Rear Suspension.

Extreme bushing wear

Replace the shock absorber. Refer to Shock Absorber Replacement in Front Suspension or Shock Absorber Replacement in Rear Suspension.