Left front makes a noise when driving

2012 CHEVROLET CRUZE
110,000 MILES • 1.8L • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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JAVIERBR1
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When driving left front side makes a weird noise and also when hitting a bump.
May 10, 2019 at 8:44 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Welcome to 2CarPros.

I hear it. Have you checked under the front left to make sure nothing is loose or broken? Based on what I hear, my first suspect is a broken or extremely loose stabilizer shaft link. I attached a picture of it. Also, the second pic shows how to replace it if you find it is bad.

Also, here is a link that explains how to check for front end noises, what they can be caused by, and general information. Take a look through it. It shows a stabilizer / sway bar link which is what I am referring to. However, this one is a little different in design compared to yours. Regardless, it does the same thing.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/popping-noise

Let me know what you find or if you have other questions.

Take care,
Joe
May 10, 2019 at 9:48 PM