Thread: 2004 Grand Prix GT suspension clunk

Could be loose cradle bolts.

i had this happen to me due to a lose craddle bolt so i would start there but my sister has the same noise on her car so i started with the basic's checking Tie rod's, Ball Joint's, and then i checked the strut and that was what the problem was so if all the craddle bolts are tight you may want to check the strut, my buddy also has the same problem i keep telling him to change them but he never does

The cradle bolts seem like a good idea to check.

other than that the 04+ have a quick fix for the steering shaft. it likes to clunk a bit if it is worn in....

other than that front suspension....tie rod ends, sway bar end links/bushings....

let us know

Enlighten me on the 04+ steering shaft please. Maybe thats what the annoying noise is on mine

the steering shaft is telescoping....and will wear metal to metal. eventually the telescoping joint will get sloppy. This will cause a slight clunk in the front end steering, minor bumps, etc. GM's quick fix is a tube of grease. This will fill in the worn in spaces and lubricate it at the same time...and trust me when I say this..it is night and day difference.

fastKatt and I tackled this a few months ago. it is REALLY simple. you have to lift up the boot covering the steering shaft on the rack..this is best done by going through the drivers side front wheel well. the bolt is a 11mm, just pull it out, then go under the dash and loosen up the nut, as it has a locking bolt. then just pull it off the rack and it just slides right out...

I have GM's instructions on this " quick fix"...I will see if I cant find a scanner and just scan it in. I had thought I made a How To for it, but I guess I didnt.... prob just in my head..lol

Thats sounds so much like the noises I hear. Tyvm when/if it ever stops raining I'm gonna give it a look see!

if you have any questions ask away. or my cell is 815-566-0052....if you need any help then and there.