Squeaky front suspensions

masterboy123

So it apears the squeaky noise is coming from the suspension, rather than from the power steering pump.

When the car was parked, I pushed down the front right and left corners of the bonnet and same squeaky sound was heard.

Could it be problem with bushings or some other major issue?

Although the noise is not too loud, but I am focusing on it while driving under 40kmph. On higher speed the wind noise cancels this squeaky noise.

biko

Depending on the squeak it can be bushing, springs or shocks.
You need a mechanic to look at it and quote you a price.

masterboy123

Ok, thanks so much.

biko wrote: »

Depending on the squeak it can be bushing, springs or shocks.
You need a mechanic to look at it and quote you a price.

masterboy123

Went to the Mercedes dealer. Says front "lemforder control arm" needs to be replaced and quoted 350 euros + labour charges.
Does it sound right?
For C Class model.

Shall I get non-dealer to look at it also?

Alanstrainor

How old is the car? Those labour charges will add up massively at a mercedes dealer I can only imagine. If the car is a bit older then I would look elsewhere to get the work done.

bazz26

You don't need a main dealer to do that type of work.

masterboy123

2015 C class model.
Warranty is over now.

Labour in the range of 150 + vat.

masterboy123

Alright. Do you think it's too technical to be done at a local garage? Or straight forward job?

bazz26 wrote: »

You don't need a main dealer to do that type of work.

bazz26

That should be a straight forward job for any decent mechanic. Just ensure good quality parts are used.

masterboy123

Cool.

Will get it checked at a local mechanic which has good reviews.

Do I need to get genuine Mercedes part given it's part of the suspension?

bazz26 wrote: »

That should be a straight forward job for any decent mechanic. Just ensure good quality parts are used.

biko

Before buying the part, talk to a mechanic first.

Many do not want you to source the part, they prefer to do it themselves so they use a part they trust.
Some are ok with you getting the part so they don't have to.

masterboy123

Thanks everyone.

Got it replaced at a local mechanic for the half price as compared to the dealer.
No noise and a smooth ride now.

Leonard Hofstadter

Wishbones are an expensive part even going aftermarket. If you buy a cheap one or your garage uses a cheap part there's a reason for that - it won't last kissing time. On a premium German car especially, they need to be the OEM brand for durability or from another reputable brand.

masterboy123

Yea it was OEM. Let's see how long it lasts now. I looked at the item, and it looked of good built.

masterboy123

It's from First Line brand. Is it a good company?

Toyotafanboi

Not really, they are popular but wouldn't be an OEM equivalent component IMO, but they were half the price, so there's a trade off there somewhere.

masterboy123

Ok cool. There is warranty for 2 years or 24000 miles.

corks finest

masterboy123 wrote: »

Alright. Do you think it's too technical to be done at a local garage? Or straight forward job?

bazz26 wrote: »

You don't need a main dealer to do that type of work.

Straight forward and 99 percent positive that mr auto.ie coul have your part in stock at a drop down price- sourced discs for a 520 BMW a few years back e90 difference compared to local ones

masterboy123

So suspension noise has resolved.

However, steering wheel needs to be bit on right side in order to drive straight. What could be the issue? Is it related with suspension repair? Noticed it only after the repair.

Toots

Probably need your tracking checked.

masterboy123

Is it same as alignment?

Toots wrote: »

Probably need your tracking checked.

pablo128

masterboy123 wrote: »

Is it same as alignment?

Yes. Wheel alignment is the same thing as tracking.

biko

Tracking/alignment is often needed after suspension work.

bazz26

Always recommended to get the alignment/tracking done again after getting suspension work done.