2011 Strut question

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Care, Maintenance & Troubleshooting' started by priuseb, Jun 8, 2011.

  1. priuseb

    priuseb New Member

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    Hi everyone this if my first thread and I hope someone can help me with my concern. My front right or left or both for that matter, (its hard to pinpoint the noise while driving) makes a clinking noise when I hit a good size bump. No noise at all on smaller ones?
     
  2. spiderman

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    Hello,
    It is possible you are hearing the brake calipers moving around. Try backing up briskly (safely) and apply the brakes. If you hear the same kind of click/clunk that is probably what it is. If not, it could be something rubbing, or even something not tighten down. So even if it is hard to get the dealership to own up to issues, they are your warranty provider while it is still valid.

    [edit] - Here is another related thread if you haven't seen it.
     
  3. xpcman

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    That post is not really related to this problem. But, I do agree that it is a noise from the brake PADS and/or caliper and is not a safety issue. I don't know if Toyota has a fix.