Hey guys,

I have a 02 Es with approx. 146K km (91K) miles on it.

There is a loud knocking sound coming from the rear passenger side when the car goes over small bumps or minor imperfections in the road . No noise when going over large/medium bumps.

After changing the right side link and strut mount along with lubricating the caliper to no avail, mechanic is suggesting that I change the rear struts.

I would like to keep the ride on my car as close to original. However Lexus Canada is selling rear struts for $228 + tax which is expensive. I would appreciate it if anyone can recommend a brand/model (and website) that maintains OEM quality ride?

 

before you go ahead and purchase new struts, i would recommend you to check if any bolts are loosen thats holding the strut. I acutally had the same problem like you, except it was in the front, everytime i ride over bumps or pothole a clinging bangs noise type that you describe happens. I "shook" up the car found out the bolts inside the mount was loosen, tighten that thing up, and now its riding how it supposes to be.

 

Canadian Tire has Monroe struts.

 

does it have the same ride as OEM ?

 

BostonVP,

Thanks for your reply

I will take a look at the nuts holding the strut in place however I highly doubt that they are at fault. The strut mount was changed.

I tried "shaking" the car too at the back but no noise. It only occurs on small, sharp bumps.

 

I have them and they are good.

 

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