2009 rav4 rear suspension noise This is after 6 months on the RAV4. Jump to Latest With these new links installed I keeping getting a clunking noise coming from them and do not know why. They poke around, do that rear suspension arm recall thing, update the ECM software. I could see play at the shock bolts. Relative to going over bumps. 9. Clunking Noise Toyota Rav4 2002 Model Posted June 4, 2009. I am getting a lot of moans, groans, slight poping sounds from the rear suspension. My rav 4 is making a loud clunking noise from the rear suspension. When you start driving from a stop it is low pitched and as you increase in speed the pitch gets higher. Upper Left; Rear Coil Spring, Upper Right. There are lots of posts suggesting everything from trailing arm mounts, the rear axle mount, the rear door, etc. 2011 RAV4 Limited V6 - SoNic67's Journal | Toyota RAV4 Forums (rav4world. It sounds like something is loose. performance which earns it a place alongside Toyota’s illustrious eight-figure achievers – Corolla, Camry, RAV4, Hilux and Land Cruiser. Camry 3rd Corolla 10th Gen/2nd Gen Matrix (2009-2013) Camry & Solara Lounge. View All. Kind of like if you were drumming on the bottom of a 5-gallon bucket or a plastic washtub with your fingers. So I lubed the rear door seal with silicon lube and tightened the torx bolts on the latch, d-loop and support plate (they were not very tight) and silence. Whenever letting go of the gas pedal going around 35mph, there is this clunking noise. Don't notice it until 80km/h and its Creaking noise I have a 1999 Rav4 that I bought new and I've had this happen. bwosborne 222 Replies. Two front and One rear. Genuine Toyota Part - 4873042050 2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001 2000 1999 although their associated bushings can break or wear causing a clunk noise when your Toyota RAV4 goes over bumps or changes speed rapidly—whether braking or under hard It seems as though I should have noticed that these were suspension problems and should hae had them checked -- but ignored them -- and attributed them to tire rotation or just noise -- the car was to the dealer for oil changes and tire rotation -- but apparently didn't check the suspension -- which is not normally done with an oil change. 2009 Toyota RAV4. 5L 2AR-FE 2016 Toyota RAV4 XLE AWD, 2. ~|~110768 RECALL SSC CSJ REPLACED LOWER ARMS DID 4 WHEEL ALIGNMENT & EPOXY ARMS ROAD Upgrading the Rear Suspension in a Toyota RAV4. While the contact's daughter was driving 35 mph, a loud wobbling noise was heard coming from the rear of the vehicle. The trailing arm to body bush is a favourite for noise since it's mounted directly on to the body. Camry 3rd and 4th Gen '92-'01, (2005-2015) Corolla 10th Gen/2nd Gen Matrix (2009-2013) Camry & Solara Lounge. Here is a video of the noise/rattle - first rattle is at 1:14 - it's a bit muffled but sounds like bag of loose washers!! I recently replaced rear shocks so it isn't that. At this point, Last year I took my 2009 Rav4 4 cyl. 5L. G. bwosborne 333 Replies. The problem with mine turned out to be a cracked rim. There are no adjustments for chamber or toe on my 2009 RAV4 rear. I have a 2011 V6 Sport with a left rear suspension noise exactly as in this video. Adjustable suspension arms that can correct the camber. Grover88 118 Hey Everyone, Replacing the front bearing in the Differential of my Girlfriend's 2007 Rav4. I just assumed it was the cover on the rear storage compartment moving back and forth because it did not fit tight. RossL. Suspension Noise problems of the 2009 Toyota RAV4; Switch Make: The clunking noise appears to only be coming from the front suspension. If you've been driven crazy by rear suspension noise, 2009 Toyota RAV4 Limited AWD, 2. 5L V6 at the end of October. This was uncomfortable, but ensures the suspension is properly loaded and the suspension arms are at the proper angle to tighten. Pretty straightforward to change, but best to remove the coil spring first, to avoid death. Upon inspection, one or both of the rear stabilizer links 8 posts · Joined 2009 Add to quote; Only show this user #6 '07 Rav4 Limited Blizzard White Pearl. 4L rear suspension creaking/squeaking noise culprit. There is lots of discussion on the forum about the rear camber issue with the RAV4 which you should be able to find with a search. It is only. I have steel rims and there was a small crack near the outside of the rim, and when you make a turn, the weight of the vehicle causes the crack to grind on itself. Further on my rear tire wear problem; Called Toyota today. Only show this user. There is a high chance that it was misdiagnosed & will have to be returned to the person that previously did the repair. Jump to Latest 21 - 41 of 51 Posts. 2009 RAV4 Sport V6 4WD 2005 RAV4 Base 4WD I bought a used 2010 RAV4 3. In the beginning it only happened when I went over rough patches of roads, but We have a used 2009 RAV4, with 29,312 miles on it, 4 wheel drive, 4 cyl engine. The only less-then-ideal noise is rear suspension when going over bumps, but that's the nature of multi-link suspensions in general, not unique to RAV4. Camry 3rd and 4th Gen '92 (2005-2015) Corolla 10th Gen/2nd Gen Matrix (2009-2013) Camry & Solara Lounge. The Patient: rav4 , 2009 with 150km, 4wd, 2. If the entire lower control arm is moving, you may be into bushings on the inboard side. I replaced the upper control arm and no difference. First the lubed the weather seal around the rear door and that eliminated the noise for couple days, then the Old threads on rear suspension squeaks & noise caused by rear trailing Tacoma, Highlander, 4Runner, Rav4 and more! Show Less . in because of a noise/grind issue and they ended up replacing both sets of wheels bearings within 4 months of each other. D RAV4 PRIME noise in rear when driving slowly. Joined Feb 6, 2011 · 1,400 Posts #41 · Apr 16, 2022 Update #2: The clunk noise from the rear suspension, is still seemingly gone after a week and 50-60 miles driving. Weta. WJBertrand · Registered. 3 Interior. No noise in the rear other than the tires going over the bump. No work around parts were mentioned. I jacked the car up and pushed, pulled and hammered every part of suspension but The contact owns a 2009 Toyota Rav4. i hope that makes sense. Just makes it sounds like an old car. The clunking noise appears Q&A: FIXING RAV4 CREAKING NOISE 2007-2009 REAR SUSPENSION & SHOCK REPLACEMENT My wife has a 06 Chrysler Sebring w/ 60k miles that has a creaking noise in the rear suspension area. 2009 RAV4 Sport V6 4WD 2005 RAV4 Base 4WD -sold. My kids play the music loud so it gets forgotten about. Rear Suspension Noise Solution I drive a 2001 XLE about to hit 280K. Due to factors beyond the control of RB The Mechanic, it cannot guarantee against unauthorized modifi Rav4 97, 180. Two months ago desert Toyota, in tucson, supposedly ordered the recalled rear lower suspension arms. Oh btw, I have a 2006 Base V6 2wd. I know some of you will say, "don't worry about it," and I thank you in advance for this advice. Click the BELL icon to get updated as soon as a video is uploaded !!!Visit us at: https The 2007 Toyota RAV4 has 5 NHTSA complaints for the suspension:rear at 246,000 miles average. It is AWD. We are getting a clonking noise from the rear (mid to rear) when turning up an incline, such as going up a ramp in a multi storey car park, so when the front and rear suspension are working opposite each other. My wife's 2011 Rear Sway Bar End Links Noise. The most recently reported issues are listed below. I bought my RAV4 in March 2021 with 76K miles, and ever since then I noticed an occasional, clicking sound or like a rubber popping sound in the rear near suspension. At first, I thought they were too loose, then maybe tight. As I had/still have noise coming from the suspension in front, my garage (unofficial) THIS for front and rear please. Rear Suspension Noise. Has We are getting a clonking noise from the rear (mid to rear) when turning up an incline, such as going up a ramp in a multi storey car park, so when the front and rear 1) "Creaking" sounds, mainly seems to be from the rear suspension, most noticeable when going over bumps at low speeds, especially turning, can also hear the creak pretty Customer: 2009 Toyota rav4 clunking noise in rear when making right or left turns. In the beginning it only happened when I went over rough patches of roads, but Over the years there have been issues with creaking rear suspension on Rav4's - hardly surprising given the number of rubber bushes on the assembly. Car Specialist. This break can cause other parts of the suspension arm to separate from the steering assembly. Our Rav4 rear suspension had been making a creaking/squeaking noise over all bumps in I purchased a used 2010 rav4 base model 4 cylinder engine. Great advice thanks. If I stay at this slight steer angle the noise begins knocking but it will disappear if turned further. bwosborne 311 Replies. rear suspension noise 2011 rav4 v6. I've had this issue on my Mazda, but that was usually after a couple of years. You can wet the rear suspension components down with a garden hose to check if you don't want to do any lubing yet. Watch this video to see how to unfasten the lower mount I've been trying to track down a clunking noise coming from somewhere in the back whenever I go over various bumps. 65 posts · Joined 2018 Add to quote; Only show this user #8 rear noise squeak odiumz, bet its your rear door mounted tire Cover ! readjust it, I bought a new RAV4 HV in September, 2019 and since the first day my car has a noise at its suspension when it hits a speed bump. It reminds me of a sway bar suspension squeak/squawk. Thanks! Like this video and subscribe to our youtube channel for more videos. My 2009 RAV4 2WD has 3K miles on it and it made the same sound from the rear. . Posted September 11, 2011. Save Share I have a 2009 Base 4WD Rav4 that I have noticed developed a squeaky noise from rear door, I brought it back to the dealer. They don't have much to say rather than they would have to look at it of course. Also Three problems related to suspension noise have been reported for the 2009 Toyota RAV4. It may become a regular maintenance task Rear Suspension Clunk Noise Service Category Suspension Section Rear Suspension Market USA Applicability YEAR(S) MODEL(S) ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 2006 – 2012 RAV4 Introduction Some 2006 – 2012 model year RAV4 vehicles may exhibit a clunking noise coming from the rear of the vehicle. Suspension Control Arm (Rear, Lower). (2008 RAV4 Sport I4) I wanted to get a good thread with some COMPLETE information for the Rear Differential Noise that MANY of us have gone through and will go through. Save Share Rear suspension noise. Joined Dec 5, 2018 · 6 Posts #21 · Jun 5, 2017. Had it looked at today by a mechanic with chassis ears and he said it is the bushing in the suspension knuckle/spindle which Toyota does not sell separately. if you have a steering wheel play left to right and you have rattle you can feel in steering wheel going over bumps on the road, your rack is getting bad. At this point, the volume of the noise could be super loud, it could be very low. I replaced my Rav4 2009 struts today at Canadian tire for $1350. anybody resolved their problem on Here are some of the tools that jimthecarguy useshttps://www. 98LE2 I added a lift to my 2010 Rav4 and shortly after had left rear noise soon to be followed by right rear. Sort of a gentle "thump-thumpa-thumpety-thump". In both situations the result was an information that it’s a rav4 2009: Suspension noise from rear left I am hearing this noise over certain bumps, just spent 1 hour with a good mechanic and he could not pinpoint it. Over the years I've noticed a cling clang, metal squeaking noise that sounds off and on, but like you want to go to the rear and just spray WD40 on EVERYTHING. 1 2 3. Jump to Latest 41 - 51 of 51 Posts. There are a variety of factors that can ultimately cause the suspension arm to break, including the form of the break and the density of the vehicle’s suction on the road. gizzel345 · Banned. The squeaking occurs anytime it is rocks or when i get in or out. The vehicle also shook. The clunking noise appears to only be coming from the front suspension. Loud noise from back of car and then right rear suspension collapsed causing me to loose steering control of vehicle. com/shop/jimthecarguyDiagnosing rear suspension noise and replace the sway bar links and My new 2009 V6 started squeaking and clunking/popping in the rear suspension at 7000miles. The popping and clunking occurs over low to medium bumps. It’s been doing it ever since I can remember, but it’s far too loud now. I've got a noise in my 2009 R4S V6 SAP, about 40K miles, seems to be front end, passenger side. suspension etc. Now it is clicking pretty much all the time when there is any movement over bumps, or turning a corner. Jump to Latest 41 - 50 of 50 Posts. chances are that spraying the bushings with silicone or other lube would stop the noise, I'd lube the rear sway bar bushing first. R. Videos are for Knowledge & Entertainment purposes only. Vehicle. Driver's side rear has basically no movement or noise. [/img] To remove and replace the rear shocks on a 3rd gen RAV4 is not so obvious. Hi I'm new to this forum, my 2010 d4d rav4 has developed a clunking/ knocking noise coming from the rear. I also had the whining noise coming from the rear of my 2008 RAV4 with 90,000 miles on it. This summer will see a lot of TLC on this clunker. Top Contributors this Month View All. I've been experiencing a knocking noise coming from the rear end of my 2010 AWD Rav4, and cannot figure out where its coming from. However, as driving over speed bumps the creaking noise can still be heard from the rear suspension set. Will see how long it lasts. sdspeed 246 Replies The Toyota RAV4’s suspension system is prone to breakage due to a crack in the suspension arm. And it's even warm out (around freezing) and making the noise on all dips, speed bumps, etc RAV4. 3000 grand is Hi, Since last two years my car makes a clunking noise from the rear. I live in New York and bought the car new here. I am still waiting for their parts. I’ve been having this issue with the front suspension, or what I believe to be the front suspension. I can also make out the noisy rear suspension bushing now. Change Vehicle. sdspeed 220 Replies. Customer: 2009 Toyota rav4 clunking noise in rear when making right or left turns. The rear suspension sounds loose. B. The faster I go, the less obvious it is. It has 127,000 miles on it currently. But I noticed there is a whirring/whining sound coming from the rear end. Over the past handful of years, I have had rear banging noises over certain bumps. 2009 Red RAV4 Base I4 AWD there are other parts involved in the recalls including the rear suspension arm (rear tire rod). I have a 57 toyota rav 4 I have for a few months there is a rattling noise coming from the rear underneath . Symptoms: Knocking noise in front end The noise happens at all speeds above 25 km, basically most speeds. Explore Our Forums. Retightened them using 2 wrenches together for leverage on the top bolts especially and my noise is completely gone. 2009 Infiniti G37x Past Rides: 2008 Toyota Camry Hybrid 2011 Lexus i also have this rear click or tick noise in my rear suspension when pulling out of driveway and at dips. The car is making a clunking noise now which was not there before. Not relative to speed but only occurs when vehicle is moving. 15,236 Satisfied Customers. You don't say wether your Rav is petrol or diesel. 2009 Rav4 V6 Limited with 194,000kms. Finally, after jacking up the rear end and rocking the rear-right tire back and forth - by grabbing the tire at 3 o'clock and 9 o'clock - i could definitely hear the clucking. So instead of just posting questions, I thought I'd post a fix I recently found on another forum to a problem I've long had w/ my 09 Rav4. Car is going to Toyota dealership next week and they will replace hole rack and related parts to fix the problem. Toyota Make's this so you can't buy the bearings and you have to Tell them it didn't fix it. Hopping reddit gods will have a clue. The stock rear suspension in the RAV4 is designed to provide a comfortable ride, but it may not be optimized for aggressive driving or off-road adventures. It appears only when the wheel is turned slightly off centre to the driver side. com) rear suspension noise 2011 rav4 v6. Or a control arm bushing. the thinks it s the shock,, i changed tire and put a new one on and the noise is still same ,its a toyo tire. Has anyone experienced a clanking noise from the suspension when driving over bumps around 25-35mph? I noticed it when I had the window down and I was driving over the lane separator bumps. After replacing the both rear stabilizer links and stabilizer bar bushings, the was in no way lessened. After spending nearly $2400 for that, Well, today I find that my alignment shop cannot set the rear alignment due to Toyota replacing a rear suspension piece that is non-adjustable and this can lead to premature outer tire wear on the rear wheels. I had the wheels aligned and balanced and oil changed. Full Forum Listing. Fits Rav4 Suspension Coil Spring - Repair or ReplaceYour coil springs are not especially Repair or ReplaceA worn or broken stabilizer bushing or sway bar bushing may cause a rapid clank-clank noise when going **** UPDATE MARCH 13, 2019 *****I changed the brake shoes on the rear wheels and noise is gone. What could it be? 2006 Toyota Rav4 2. Some trickery is required. 3 Third Generation (2006-2012 Models) 4. Picked By Toyota Owners Club, March 31, 2023. I blindly believed the noise is the result of hybrid brake not used often enough, and I was wrong. at first i wondered if it was drop link arms / anti roll bar at rear, but the clonking is quite loud and harsh wondering what a wheel bearing noise sounds like? here it is. it is definitely a metallic clank , it sounds as though something is banging in the boot well although the boot is empty. My 2006 Rav4 squeaked terribly at times and it sounded just like rear suspension metal-on-metal rubbing. I'd checked and rechecked things like the back seats and I have a little over 100K on my RAV4 and around 6-8 months ago, it started developing a metallic clunking noise in the rear right wheel. mine just started doing it today. ”) Over the years I've noticed a cling clang, metal squeaking noise that sounds off and on, but like you want to go to the rear and just spray WD40 on EVERYTHING. I have a little over 100K on my RAV4 and around 6-8 months ago, it started developing a metallic clunking noise in the rear right wheel. is it possible its the shocks and tire making the noise. Had it on the ramps twice all bushes, mounts , shockers are all new with no movement at all . A quick explanation about why the strut is noisy . 000km automatic, 4 door, AWD Noise occurs when I drive on rough roads and potholes, there is a loud thud from the rear left, which it gets laud with speed. that truck didn't have McPherson suspension in front, used torsion bars, much easier to work on. I have what seems to be two separate issues on my 2009 Rav4 that I was hoping I could get none of which seemed to solve my problem: 1) "Creaking" sounds, mainly seems to be from the rear suspension, most noticeable I am not sure how to pinpoint which suspension component is making the noise though, it all looks in decent Rear Suspension for 2009 Toyota RAV4. 5L 2GR-FKS. But my goal in posting this is to find out if anyone else has the same noise/how common it is. It may require rear replacement parts. Registered Member Creeky suspension noise on a 2020 . Please also check out the statistics and I lowered the car to the ground, crawled underneath it and then torqued the 3 bolts. The contact owns a 2009 Toyota Rav4. New sway bars installed in rear Mechanic's Assistant: Where exactly do you think the noise is coming from? Toyota RAV4 owners have reported 46 problems related to suspension noise (under the suspension category). Any help would be greatly appreciated. It happens usually when going over rough stretches of road when the rear end starts to bounce a little more, not so much when I hit a single bump or crack in the road. Brakes still work so car was brought to stop as it went by itself to the right. It sounds like a lot of rattling when I go over bumps at slow speeds. No other cars around, road was straight and level with just grass to the side. 2006 Toyota Rav4 2. Our Rav4 rear suspension had been making a creaking/squeaking noise over all bumps in Last year my local dealer just told me they had something tightened after I asked them to check for the same issue. 5L 2AR-FE 2019 Toyota Highlander LE AWD, 3. Save Share Reply Quote Like. Toyota RAV4. (Only a little “tongue-in-cheek. its a growl and as it gets worst the noise gets louder and you can feel the vibrations in the c A knocking noise which seems to come from the rear drivers side when making sharp left hand 2010 Toyota RAV4 V6 4x4 2003 Toyota Celica GT APPLY EPOXY,ALIGN ~|~CSJ CAMPAIGN - REAR LOWER SUSPENSION ARM INSPECTION ~|~. I took some silver duct tape and rolled some of it into a straw like circle and put it between the cover one one end and the hard plastic. Igor, it depends on where the noise comes from, inside or outside, high or low. Jacked the car up and lifted the wheels with a long pry bar. I've got a newish 2020 hybrid limited ( about 25k miles) that sometimes creeks/squishes when at low speeds and turning fairly sharp over some bumps 2023 Rav4 Hybrid rear motor connector "cablegate" snapshot (16k km, 6 months) 4. I have had a persistent squeak, but I find that cleaning the rubber weather stripping for the rear door and the area it contacts on the door will take care of My uncle's Rav4 has this weird problem. FIX - Rear Differential Coupling Growl (Whine) Noise Hey Everyone. The Suspension Noise problem. Noise happens over big and small bumps. I have sent my RAV twice in a dealer to inspection. I replaced rear bar links and dealer replaced rear shocks and door actuator for me, so far. So I checked all the rear suspension joints (where parts move) and could not see any evidence of metal rub. amazon. Toyota Nissan Hyundai KIA Subaru Dodge Chrysler Jeep Chevy GMC Oldsmobile Buick Honda #keepwrenching #wess Creaky Rear Suspension 2015 RAV4 LE AWD. As far I understood some parts are the same for the corolla but 2009 RAV4 Sport V6 4WD 2005 RAV4 Base 4WD -sold. I tried the same procedure on the rear-left tire So I don't think it's a general characteristic of the new RAV4, but rather individual issues. I have a 2005 Rav4, has a sound from rear sound like wheel bearing, but the mechanic said its not the bearing because the tire is wearing uneven its the rear right side . I just spent half my day completing this and I wanted to give you all the information I have as I don't want any of us to I have posted a video of the noise on YouTube if you would like to check it out: If you listen carefully to the video, there are extra noises that aren't just the two sets of tires going over the bumps. The failure was finally found and fixed. New sway bars installed in rear Mechanic's Assistant: Here is a diagram of your rear suspension components. owns . Upgrading the rear suspension in a Toyota RAV4 can significantly improve the vehicle’s handling, stability, and overall performance. It has gotten worse that it now does it at all speeds and getting louder. The contact stated that there was a loud noise coming from the rear of the vehicle. sprinkles08. Even cracks in road an O3 rav4 d4d every time i go over small bumps on the road i hear knocking noises what is (normally more or a whirring noise), ball joint, strut or even (any noise may be cv or brake disc related) then try moving it up and down (that would indicate a suspension problem) Weta. So assuming its diesel and has disc brakes at rear, After 6 months, the noise settled into mostly from the front passenger side, and it is a clunking sound. sdspeed 252 Replies. 2009 Base Rav4 Rear Door Squeaking Noise. Don’t know what exactly they had tightened but the suspension feels a little stiffer or almost the same as it was. But I recall a few posters mentioning the axle nut in the center of the wheel. I've been having the same squeaky rear door in my 2011 RAV4. The rear 'campaign' was done on the rear parts some time ago. Tacoma, Highlander, 4Runner, Rav4 and more! Show Less . I've dealt with a lot of squeaks on different cars. I I once had a banging noise at the rear of my car, it took me 2 days to work out what it was rear suspension bushes; diff mount; rear exhaust performance which earns it a place alongside Toyota’s illustrious eight-figure achievers – Corolla, Camry, RAV4, Hilux and Land Cruiser. rkpmkfi kze vgkwz hnae mxq whrhvaxp fjgzdn zqqzkk hmgmdx pcpa