Short knock noise from right front wheel area

Good morning.

The noise you are describing sounds like a worn or bad motor mount allowing the engine to shift back and forth.

Below I posted the procedure for you as well as a couple of pictures. I also added the parts and a picture for you as well.

Roy

Removal Procedure


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1. Remove the coolant recovery tank mounting bolt.
2. Remove the coolant recovery tank and position it aside.
3. Remove the cruise control module mounting nuts and position aside.
4. Remove mounting nut from both A/C line (1) and position lines out of the way.
5. Install the J 28467-360 and raise the engine off of the mount.


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6. Remove the nuts holding the mount to the body.
7. Remove the bolts holding the engine mount to the bracket.
8. Remove the engine mount assembly.

part

https://www.rockauto.com/en/catalog/chevrolet,2002,cavalier,2.2l+l4+ohv,1434771,engine,motor+mount,5552

Thank you! Will have that part checked by local mechanic.

Sounds good. Feel free to follow up if you have any other questions.

Roy

Is car safe to drive for now, 'as is'? (Until worn/bad part is replaced)

Yes, it has a safety lock on it to limit its movements.

Roy

Also, forgot to mention (sorry) that the floor mounted automatic gear selector would sometimes get 'stuck' (not work/move), but not lately. Maybe is related issue?

No, that has to do with the shifter itself.

I attached a picture of the shifter. Make sure you lubricate all the moving parts.

Roy

Thank you so much for your help. God Bless!

You are welcome. feel free to follow up with any other questions.

Roy

Roy,

Is WD-40 spray okay to lube the automatic floor shift linkage parts?
Thank you!

Yes. Good choice Yes.

Thanks! For all your help. Keep on truckin', Friend! :-)

You are welcome glad to help.