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Replaced control arms still hear rattling on front driver suspension

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Old 09-29-18, 03:35 PM
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Default Replaced control arms still hear rattling on front driver suspension

So I have a 2009 ls460 awd was hearing rattling noise dealer said control arms were cracked replaced front lower control arms on both sides and 2 front upper on both sides I can still hear the rattling after any idea what the problem is I can only hear it when going over uneven or bumpy roads
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Yeah unfortunately it can also be the sway bar links, strut mounts or front rearward facing lower control arms..
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Get the wheel off and and tighten every bolt you can see in the wheel well. Also tighten sway bar bushing brackets.
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Any pics on where the sway bar links and bushings are located?
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Thanks a lot
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