3,000 miles on it and here's what I noticed....
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3,000 miles on it and here's what I noticed....
First, Check engine light came on. No idea why. Using only Premium fuel, no fuel door to leave open (even checked little "flap" to make sure it closed). It's going into dealer tomorrow, I'll update once I know more.
Second, right front suspension has been "noisy" since day one. Going over speed bumps(slowly) creats a groaning noise. It doesn't feel loose or anything. Asked the Ford Racing guys at VIR and they said just make a note of it with dealer, so I will tomorrow, but then yesterday I drove over several speed bumps (slowly) in a short period of time and the entire front end got very loose and noisy. Kinda like something had "un-seated". I drove it abit further (no choice) and it settled back in. The right front is still noisy this morning but the rest firmed up quickly.
I'll update after I get it to the dealership but wondered if anyone else has seen this sort of action/reaction?
Second, right front suspension has been "noisy" since day one. Going over speed bumps(slowly) creats a groaning noise. It doesn't feel loose or anything. Asked the Ford Racing guys at VIR and they said just make a note of it with dealer, so I will tomorrow, but then yesterday I drove over several speed bumps (slowly) in a short period of time and the entire front end got very loose and noisy. Kinda like something had "un-seated". I drove it abit further (no choice) and it settled back in. The right front is still noisy this morning but the rest firmed up quickly.
I'll update after I get it to the dealership but wondered if anyone else has seen this sort of action/reaction?
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First, Check engine light came on. No idea why. Using only Premium fuel, no fuel door to leave open (even checked little "flap" to make sure it closed). It's going into dealer tomorrow, I'll update once I know more.
Second, right front suspension has been "noisy" since day one. Going over speed bumps(slowly) creats a groaning noise. It doesn't feel loose or anything. Asked the Ford Racing guys at VIR and they said just make a note of it with dealer, so I will tomorrow, but then yesterday I drove over several speed bumps (slowly) in a short period of time and the entire front end got very loose and noisy. Kinda like something had "un-seated". I drove it abit further (no choice) and it settled back in. The right front is still noisy this morning but the rest firmed up quickly.
I'll update after I get it to the dealership but wondered if anyone else has seen this sort of action/reaction?
Second, right front suspension has been "noisy" since day one. Going over speed bumps(slowly) creats a groaning noise. It doesn't feel loose or anything. Asked the Ford Racing guys at VIR and they said just make a note of it with dealer, so I will tomorrow, but then yesterday I drove over several speed bumps (slowly) in a short period of time and the entire front end got very loose and noisy. Kinda like something had "un-seated". I drove it abit further (no choice) and it settled back in. The right front is still noisy this morning but the rest firmed up quickly.
I'll update after I get it to the dealership but wondered if anyone else has seen this sort of action/reaction?
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I have 2200 miles on mine and I have the front end noise going over speed bumps, seems to be worse when car has been driven awhile, no other issues other than not real pleased with the fuel milage, but hey thats not what I bought it for, but my supercharged 06 making 530 horse got 24 hwy, and 18 in town, so just thought this would be better
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I only got around 400 miles on it and have noticed a popping over bumps coming from the right side. I haven't checked, but it sounds to me like a control arm bushing. No loose feeling, I was just planning to wait and see if it got worse.
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I started a thread on the LCA bushing issue a few weeks ago: https://themustangsource.com/f813/fr...noises-496351/
The groaning/creaking noise is worse when it is hot outside and when the car is warm; it almost never happens when ambient temperature is below 80 degrees and for the first 3-5 miles. Taking the boss in next week to have it diagnosed and am hoping for hot weather to avoid a diagnosis problem.
The groaning/creaking noise is worse when it is hot outside and when the car is warm; it almost never happens when ambient temperature is below 80 degrees and for the first 3-5 miles. Taking the boss in next week to have it diagnosed and am hoping for hot weather to avoid a diagnosis problem.
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There's many things that can give a popping sound.
On the last Mustang I had Ford replaced the upper strut mounts, the sway bar end link bolts, both lower control arms (I was were convinced this was the real problem) and the problem was finally the engine cross member bolts!
Have the dealer check these bolts before taking the front end a part looking for other things!
On the last Mustang I had Ford replaced the upper strut mounts, the sway bar end link bolts, both lower control arms (I was were convinced this was the real problem) and the problem was finally the engine cross member bolts!
Have the dealer check these bolts before taking the front end a part looking for other things!
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I have 2200 miles on mine and I have the front end noise going over speed bumps, seems to be worse when car has been driven awhile, no other issues other than not real pleased with the fuel milage, but hey thats not what I bought it for, but my supercharged 06 making 530 horse got 24 hwy, and 18 in town, so just thought this would be better
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First, Check engine light came on. No idea why. Using only Premium fuel, no fuel door to leave open (even checked little "flap" to make sure it closed). It's going into dealer tomorrow, I'll update once I know more.
Second, right front suspension has been "noisy" since day one. Going over speed bumps(slowly) creats a groaning noise. It doesn't feel loose or anything. Asked the Ford Racing guys at VIR and they said just make a note of it with dealer, so I will tomorrow, but then yesterday I drove over several speed bumps (slowly) in a short period of time and the entire front end got very loose and noisy. Kinda like something had "un-seated". I drove it abit further (no choice) and it settled back in. The right front is still noisy this morning but the rest firmed up quickly.
I'll update after I get it to the dealership but wondered if anyone else has seen this sort of action/reaction?
Second, right front suspension has been "noisy" since day one. Going over speed bumps(slowly) creats a groaning noise. It doesn't feel loose or anything. Asked the Ford Racing guys at VIR and they said just make a note of it with dealer, so I will tomorrow, but then yesterday I drove over several speed bumps (slowly) in a short period of time and the entire front end got very loose and noisy. Kinda like something had "un-seated". I drove it abit further (no choice) and it settled back in. The right front is still noisy this morning but the rest firmed up quickly.
I'll update after I get it to the dealership but wondered if anyone else has seen this sort of action/reaction?
Glad to hear you’re bringing it in to your dealer. I can get this escalated for you if you’d like. Please message me with your VIN, dealer, mileage, and contact info so I can help.
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I have 2200 miles on mine and I have the front end noise going over speed bumps, seems to be worse when car has been driven awhile, no other issues other than not real pleased with the fuel milage, but hey thats not what I bought it for, but my supercharged 06 making 530 horse got 24 hwy, and 18 in town, so just thought this would be better
I recommend you make an appointment with your Ford dealer for diagnosis. Then please message me with your contact info, VIN, and dealer so I can escalate this for you.
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Hope all is well with you! You should bring your vehicle in to your dealer as well. If you want me to escalate this for you, just message me with your name and daytime number.
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I would recommend everyone take the advice and see a dealer. My boss had some loose bolts from the assembly. Dealer *****ed about finishing off the factory work and made it all right and tight. Probably why Ford has been so particular with inspection before releasing the recent batch of cars. This is a halo product for them so that want to make it right.
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I am having the groaning/creaking noise too. At first, nobody else who rode in it could hear it, but now it's loud enough to be embarrassing.
it's hard to look cool in a bright red convertible that sounds like an old rusted leaf-sprung vehicle.![Nonono](https://themustangsource.com/forums/images/smilies/nonono.gif)
on Deysha's advice I'm going to take it in as soon as possible(a day that doesn't rain so I can ride the Harley)
it's hard to look cool in a bright red convertible that sounds like an old rusted leaf-sprung vehicle.
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on Deysha's advice I'm going to take it in as soon as possible(a day that doesn't rain so I can ride the Harley)
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