2006 XLR-V Pop in left front when changing elevation

[CAG]

When turning and changing elevation at the same time, (from a street up an incline into an elevated business parking lot for instance) there's a pop that seems to be coming from the left front suspension. Initially only occurring occasionally, it now happens every time. The same single popping sound happens when changing elevation from high to low, turning left or right. My local Cadillac dealership replaced the front spring but it did not solve the problem. Anyone experience anything similar? Thanx ... ^v^

 

[mickeytee]

Did they replace the ride adjuster also? They should have been able to tell what it was before replacing a part like a spring. Pretty much the spring adjusters or a ball joint . both easy to check

 

[justdennis]

I agree with Mickeytee. If they changed the spring they either installed new ride height adjuster bolts or moved the old ones over to the new spring. Those adjuster bolts are the main reason you would change the spring because they either brake or wear down and get frozen into the spring. Check the ball joint, tie rod end and sway bar links.

 

[CAG]

Did they replace the ride adjuster also? They should have been able to tell what it was before replacing a part like a spring. Pretty much the spring adjusters or a ball joint . both easy to check

Hi Mickey,

Thanx for the reply. I'll check ... ^v^

 

[CAG]

I agree with Mickeytee. If they changed the spring they either installed new ride height adjuster bolts or moved the old ones over to the new spring. Those adjuster bolts are the main reason you would change the spring because they either brake or wear down and get frozen into the spring. Check the ball joint, tie rod end and sway bar links.

Hi Dennis,

Thanx for the reply. I'll look in those specifics. ^v^

 

[CAG]

Got under the car and checked every attach point I could find. Everything looked secure ... except there was the slightest movement of the left front stabilizer bar link lower attach point. I ordered 4 new SL90195XL designs from Dorman. Will let you know if this solves the issue. Thanx guys ... ^v^

 

[mickeytee]

Sounds like youve got it. If that sealed ball and socket get worn it can pop.